From Hallstatt, you can quickly reach numerous other destinations and sights, some of which are world-famous, by car or public transportation. 

Visit the neighbouring village of Obertraun with the cable car to the world-renowned Giant Ice Caves and the Krippenstein (2108 m), where the legendary “5fingers” viewing platform offers breathtaking views into the valley and over the mountains. Take a trip to the spa and imperial city of Bad Ischl, the 2024 European Capital of Culture, with its Imperial Villa and the beloved Zauner confectionery. There’s also the gorgeously situated lakes of the Salzkammergut such as the Traunsee, Attersee and Wolfgangsee. From St. Wolfgang, the Schafberg Railway brings visitors to the panorama views from the 1783-metre summit of the Schafberg Mountain. 

Finally, the Mozart and festival city of Salzburg beckons guests with its Getreidegasse shopping street, Archbishop’s residence and the Hohensalzburg Fortress.