Salzkammergut: Austria's Lake District
Explore Austria's Salzkammergut: A stunning lake district with charming towns, rich history, and outdoor adventures in the heart of the Alps.
The Salzkammergut is a scenic region in Austria, known for its stunning alpine lakes, picturesque villages, and rich history tied to salt mining. It's a popular destination for swimming, hiking, and exploring cultural sites like Hallstatt and Bad Ischl.
A brief summary to Das Salzkammergut
Local tips
- Purchase the Salzkammergut Card for discounts on popular attractions and activities throughout the region.
- Take advantage of the regional buses and trains to explore the area without a car.
- Visit during the shoulder seasons (spring or fall) for fewer crowds and pleasant weather.
- Try local specialties like Gmundner ceramics and pastries from Café Zauner in Bad Ischl.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Salzburg, take Bus 150 towards Bad Ischl. This bus route provides access to many towns within the Salzkammergut. The journey to Strobl takes approximately 56 minutes, with tickets costing between €8 and €12. From Strobl, transfer to other regional buses (e.g., bus 546) to reach destinations like St. Wolfgang. Alternatively, the Freizeit-Ticket OÖ (€24.90) offers unlimited travel on regional public transport within Upper Austria and the Salzkammergut for a day. The Salzkammergut Shuttle also provides on-demand transport between many locations, bookable via phone or app, with fares starting at €3.50 for short routes.
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Driving
From Salzburg, the Salzkammergut is approximately an hour's drive. Take the A1 motorway towards Vienna, then follow the signs for the Salzkammergut region. Be aware that parking availability varies by location. Many towns offer free parking areas , while others have paid parking. In Mondsee, parking is free. Bad Goisern offers free parking in the town center. Consider using park-and-ride options and shuttle services during peak season to avoid congestion.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Salzkammergut Tourismus-Marketing
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Elisabethbrücke
9.8 km
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Salzkammergut Mountains
11.7 km
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Fotopunkt St. Wolfgang
15.7 km
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St. Wolfgang Kirche
15.9 km
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Kreuzstein Wasserfall
16.0 km
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St.Wolfgang im Salzk. Schafbergbf (R.Stolz-Straße)
16.3 km
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Schloss Ort
17.0 km
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Wolfgangsee Lake
17.7 km
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Laudachsee
18.3 km
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Lake view
18.9 km
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Krottensee
19.0 km
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Mondsee
20.0 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Nixenfall
6.5 km
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Naturmuseum Salzkammergut | Naturwelten
6.6 km
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Huskytraum
7.5 km
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Hohenzoller Waterfall
8.1 km
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Kreuzstein
8.9 km
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Spiegelpavillion im Kaiserpark
9.0 km
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KZ-Gedenkstollen
9.0 km
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Marmorschlössl
9.1 km
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Kaiserpark
9.2 km
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Kaiservilla
9.3 km
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Nepomuk-Brunnen
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Lehartheater
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Ischler Glockenspiel
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Eisenbahn
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EurothermenResort Bad Ischl
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Essential places to dine
Spoarherd Gastropub
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k.u.k. Hofbeisl & Osteria Miramare zu Ischl
9.7 km
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Trauntown - Das neue Lokal an der Traun
9.8 km
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Genussufer
11.6 km
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Lore´s Wirtshaus
12.1 km
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Restaurant Strandkorb
12.4 km
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Hotel und Restaurant BÜRGLSTEIN – Österreichische Klassiker & Thai Food
13.8 km
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Berau am Wolfgangsee
14.2 km
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Schmankerlstubn
14.2 km
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Gasthof See
14.4 km
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Ambiente am See Attersee
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Restaurant Bacherls Seecafe
15.1 km
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Landhaus zu Appesbach
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dSpeis Genussaufnahmestube
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Tapaletta
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
My Little Life
7.6 km
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G10 Shopping Bad Ischl
9.3 km
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Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH
9.3 km
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Salzwelten Shop Bad Ischl
9.4 km
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deko-stern Genussvoll Schenken & Dekorieren
9.6 km
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Elisabeth's Souvenirs & Geschenke mit Stil
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SISSIKUSS BAD ISCHL
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SPAR Hieke Unterach
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See Alpaka - Shop
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Kaufhaus Am Anger Thomas Schönberger
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Schirmbar Gall
15.1 km
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BIO MODE Fairware - Energiezentrum
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BILLA
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Alte Greißlerei
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The Candy Shop
15.8 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Zirbenstamm-Bar am Feldbauernhof
7.7 km
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Stehbeisl
9.7 km
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Arthur Schnitzler Bar
9.9 km
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7Heaven Lounge Bar & Cafe
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Windbar
11.2 km
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Cafe-Bar Hollywood Weyregg
12.4 km
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Zum Kleinen Lex
12.4 km
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Die Bar Axxl
13.0 km
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AMERICAN BAR
13.1 km
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Wein am See
14.7 km
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Treibgut Eventbar
14.9 km
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Die Strandung
15.0 km
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Sunset Strandbar
15.0 km
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13er Haus
15.9 km
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Michael Pacher House - The Congress House in St Wolfgang
15.9 km
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