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Hallstatt is one of the most picturesque towns in Europe. With wooden houses, a beautiful lake in front of it guarded by majestic mountains, and some of the most incredible views, Hallstatt should be on your itinerary when visiting Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After spending a few days in Salzuburg<\/a><\/strong>, we decided to visit this fairytale town and explore it for an entire day. We saw many pictures from Hallstatt on the internet but nothing could have prepared us for what we were about to see. You can check out the best viewpoints here<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re planning to spend one day in Hallstatt, I’m here to help you. In this post, you’ll find all the information you need about this beautiful town together with some really useful tips & tricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Is Hallstatt worth visiting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, you’re traveling to Austria but you’re not sure whether or not you should visit Hallstatt? The truth is, Hallstatt was my favorite part of my road trip through Austria and I couldn’t recommend it enough!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s true, sometimes it might get busy and everything in Hallstatt is quite pricey but hey, those views are definitely worth it! This little town, overlooking the Hallstatt Lake will surprise you at every step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are just a few reasons to convince you to spend at least one day in Hallstatt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The views are breathtaking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Nothing can compare with the view from the famous Hallstatt lookout point<\/strong> <\/a>or the view from the Hallstatt Salt Mine platform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I know that planning to visit Hallstatt in one day may sound difficult but you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the best of this little town. Don’t forget your camera home because you’ll want to photograph those cute houses, traditional stores, and the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll escape the hustle and bustle of bigger cities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’re travelling to Hallstatt from Vienna, this town will feel like a breath of fresh air. It’s so small that you can easily walk from one end to the other in just fifteen minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, visiting Hallstatt is a great way to discover more about the culture of Austria. Hallstatt is a well-preserved town, with incredible architecture, many traditional restaurants and friendly locals who will make sure that you’ll have an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The best time to visit Hallstatt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hallstatt is a charming town, no matter the season. During the winter, the snow that covers the town and the smoking chimneys will invite you to drink a hot cup of tea in one of the traditional restaurants. During the summer, the sun glowing over the mountains will invite you to go hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can visit Hallstatt any time you want but if you’d like to avoid the hot summer days and the cold winter, I recommend visiting Hallstatt in spring or autumn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know:<\/strong> Hallstatt tends to get very busy during summer. For a more relaxed experience, without too many tourists, I recommend visiting it in spring, autumn or winter (avoid Christmas). One thing to keep in mind if you plan to visit Hallstatt in winter is that the salt mine and the funicular are closed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can visit Hallstatt as a day trip from Salzburg<\/strong><\/a>. You can also book online a tour from Vienna to Hallstatt<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Interesting facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before telling you more about the perfect one-day Hallstatt itinerary, I want to share a few interesting facts about this town. When visiting a new place, it’s nice to know a little bit about its history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n