Hallstatt shipping and boat rental
There are lots of ways to get across Lake Hallstatt: take things into your own hands (or feet) with a rowboat or paddle boat, zip across in an electric motor boat or take your time aboard a somewhat larger ship.
The most romantic way to cross Lake Hallstatt
Shipping on Lake Hallstatt
Hallstatt’s shipping operator’s tour ships are more than just transport vessels for crossing Lake Hallstatt. They’re also places for learning about the region. On the crossing, you’ll find out interesting things about Lake Hallstatt and the nearby towns. Depending on what else you have planned, you can choose between a brief crossing between Obertraun and Hallstatt or a slightly longer outing (around two hours) between Bad Goisern and Hallstatt. The latter tour is great for combining with a hike or bicycle tour along the eastern shore trail.
Navia shipping offers a particularly traditional way to take to the water on Lake Hallstatt: you can take a ride across the picturesque lake in a 12-metre Zille, a type of barge that the locals were already using 500 years ago. On the crossing, the Zille’s pilot will regale you with exciting stories from the region’s past.
A tip for romantics: You can take a Zille tour on Lake Hallstatt during sunset (including picnic and wine) and in the early morning.
Boat tours and renting boats in Hallstatt
As noted above, you can also take to the waters of Lake Hallstatt on your own. A variety of boats are available, from paddle and rowboats to electric motor boats. You can rent boats from the following boat rentals:
- Hemetsberger boat rental in Hallstatt: rowboats, paddle boats, electric motor boats
- Schwarzmayr boat rental in Hallstatt: rowboats, paddle boats, electric motor boats and other water sports equipment, e.g. stand up paddleboards
Speaking of stand up paddleboards (SUP) – have you tried this new trend sport yet? Basically, the idea is to paddle along while standing on a floating board. It takes good sense of balance, perhaps a little courage and – often underestimated – some stamina, too.
After your trip by boat, ship or stand up paddleboard, Lake Hallstatt’s average temperatures of 18 to 22 degrees Celsius from May till September make taking a dip a pure pleasure!