Hallstatt in winter

Winter sports enthusiasts and snow fans will find both a warm welcome in Hallstatt and that they’ve come to the perfect spot. 200 kilometres of pistes await all skiers and snowboarders, cross-country skiers will find perfectly prepared ski trails and those seeking romantic respite get to ride horse-drawn sleighs and wander a winter wonderland.

Unforgettable holidays in Austria’s mountains

Many tourists decide to go on holiday in Austria because of our beautiful mountains. The mountain landscape inspires calm and rest. It offers a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding region, outstanding natural beauty and a wealth of joyful moments. Austria’s mountains are also ideal for sports in every season. Skiing fans especially will find everything they could wish for in the local ski areas Dachstein-West, Dachstein Krippenstein and Loser. Only a couple of minutes’ drive from the Heritage.Hotel Hallstatt all three ski areas offer around 200 kilometres of perfectly prepared pistes – chief among them the famous Dachstein-West ski area with its 160 kilometres of ski runs and 70 ski lifts. There’s a variety of activities on offer for both pro skiers and families with kids. You can even test your skills and set your own personal records on the Marcel-Hirscher race track that features automated stopwatch timing.

Winter holidays in Salzkammergut at a glance

Skiing

Pure fun and pleasure on the slopes for the whole family

Sleigh ride

Unforgettable horse sleigh ride through Hallstatt

Winter hikes

Hikes through the snowy and calm landscape

Advent

Festive and traditional moments in Salzkammergut

Wonderful winter
beyond skiing

If you’d prefer to spend a quieter winter in Hallstatt, why not explore the region by horse-drawn sleigh? There are also many signposted winter trails for relaxing walks and hikes an other things to do. A variety of rated difficulties will help you choose just what you’re looking for.

Athletes or unwinders – at day’s end everyone meets up again. Either at the hotel restaurant over a comfortable dinner or, in the run-up to Christmas, on one of the Salzkammergut’s many Christmas markets. These markets are famed throughout Austria – and beyond even – for their unrivalled atmosphere, the delicious specialties and the lovingly handmade crafts items for sale on the many stalls. You’re guaranteed to find the perfect Christmas gift to bring back home to your loved ones here.

But if you’re coming to Hallstatt to see culture and customs and to find out more about the long history of the World Heritage Site, any season will do. We’ve put together a list of all the sights for you to see, including this or that insider tip.

Explore the winter offers