Upper Austria Austria Travel Guide
About 20 km (12.5 miles) from Hallstatt. Public transport involves a bus journey: Postbus 542 from Hallstatt Lahn to Gosau Russbach, then change to Bus 543 to Gosausee. Total travel time is about 45-60 minutes. Driving takes about 30 minutes.
Gosausee features stunning mountaon the lake scenery with clear views of the Dachstein glacier reflected in its waters. Easy walking trails loop by the lake, suitable for all ages. A cable car ascends to Zwieselalm, granting access to more a wide network of trails and panoramic mountain views.
Discover additional enchanting places a short journey from Hallstatt.
Approximately 20 km (12.5 miles) from Hallstatt. Reachable by bus (Postbus 542 from Hallstatt Lahn) or by train (from Obertraun-Dachsteinhöhlen station, requiring a change at Attnang-Puchheim). Travel the time period is roughly THIRTY-45 minutes.
Directly across Lake Hallstatt from Hallstatt village. Easily can be reached by ferry (Hallstatt Markt to Obertraun Seelände or Obertraun Bahnhof), by bus (Postbus 543), or on foot or biking along the lake path.
The Salzkammergut region provides ample opportunities for having breathtaking natural scenery.
This vast limestone massif features extensive hiking, impressive cave systems, and panoramic views. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The main access point is the Dachstein Krippenstein Cable Car, leaving from Obertraun. The ropeway operates in several sections, ascending to different altitudes.
From Krippenstein, visitors find the spectacular 5 Fingers Viewing Platform, which extends from the mountain offering unparalleled landscape views.
Explore impressive ice formations, frozen waterfalls, and underground rivers within these natural caves. Guided tours share information on their formation and history.
A massive limestone cave system with vast passages and chambers. Tours highlight its geological characteristics and past explorations.
Extend your cultural exploration beyond Hallstatt's immediate vicinity.
Approximately 30 km (18.5 miles) from Hallstatt. Reachable by bus from Bad Ischl, often with a few changes.
Approximately 80 km (50 miles) from Hallstatt. Reachable by train (from Obertraun-Dachsteinhöhlen, change at Attnang-Puchheim) or by bus. Journey duration is around 2-3 hours.
Salzburg is an UNESCO World Heritage city, noted for its baroque architecture and musical heritage.
The summit of Schafberg mountain offers breathtaking views of several lakes in the Salzkammergut district.
Both Salzburg and St. Wolfgang provide a rich blend of history, music, and distinct regional character.
Bad Ischl was the erstwhile imperial summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Sisi.
Salzburg is celebrated as the origin of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
St. Wolfgang's White Horse Inn and its lake setting embody traditional Austrian allure.
Consider extending your trip in addition to a single day to explore the broader area more thoroughly.
Add 2-3 days to thoroughly explore Salzburg, its museums, and its the music community. This might be a separate base before or after Hallstatt.
Spend an extra day or two exploring more of the Salzkammergut lakes, like Mondsee, Attersee, or Traunsee, potentially based in Bad Ischl.
For serious hikers, dedicate an extra day or two to explore higher hiking paths in the mountains from Krippenstein, or consider a hut-to-hut trek (planning and experience it is advisable to).
Austria's train network is efficient, linking major cities and towns well. Attnang-Puchheim serves as a transfer point for Hallstatt.
Buses supplement trains, reaching smaller villages and scenic spots not directly accessible by rail. Postbus is the main operator.
The ferry on Lake Hallstatt is not just transport; it is a scenic experience, connecting Hallstatt village with the train station and Obertraun.
