Obertraun – Holiday at Lake Hallstatt
Enjoy nature, culture and relaxation to the fullest
Obertraun offers a unique mix of nature, culture and relaxation. The village is located at the foot of the Dachstein massif and on the shores of Lake Hallstatt, which inspires hikers, climbers and water sports enthusiasts alike. Whether hiking, cycling, climbing, skiing or just relaxing by the lake, Obertraun offers something for every taste. The region is part of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut, which means that it has a unique cultural and natural beauty.
On 1st of September 2025, extensive construction work will begin on the Salzberg in Hallstatt. What this means for you as a visitor as well as a hiker and nature lover, we have summarized for you below. Please read all information carefully so that unnecessary questions are avoided! From 1st of September 2025 extensive construction work will begin on the Salzberg in Hallstadt. We have summarised what this means for you as a visitor below. Please read the information carefully to avoid unnecessary queries! Dear visitors and guests, we would like to take this opportunity to draw your attention to the fact that the Salt Mine in Hallstatt is only open until 31st of August 2025 this year. From 1st of September 2025 extensive construction work will begin on the "Salzberg site". These will last until June 2026. Access to the Skywalk via Hallstatt is also affected by the closure and the cable car to the Salzberg is also out of service during the reconstruction work. Dear nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts, please note that there will be road closures and diversions in the run-up to and during the reconstruction work on the new Salzberg cable car in Hallstatt. The following information applies, for example, to hikes on the Plassen, to the Steingrabenschneid or to the Dammwiese. For hikers, there are the following trail variants in the period between spring 2025 and early summer 2026: Either via the Hallstatt Echerntal with an additional walking time of about 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the walking speed. Or via a signposted detour from Hallstatter Salzberg Straße, further along part of the "Salzkammergut Soleweg" and through the gorge called "Hölle" to the Salzberg. This signposted diversion has been set up in time and will be removed again after the reconstruction work. If you choose this option, you will reach the conventional hiking trail again near the Knappenhaus. Another note: the popular serpentine path to the Salzberg will remain closed until the end of the construction work. Construction work will begin on 1 September 2025 and will last until early summer 2026. During this time, the salt mine (salt mine) and the Skywalk above Hallstatt will be closed. We thank you for your understanding and wish you an unforgettable and eventful hiking time in the Salzkammergut. Your editorial teamImportant information for visitors:
Salt mine, cable car and Skywalk closed from 01.09.2025!Salt Mine & Skywalk only open until 31st August 2025 this year
Important information for hikers around the Salzberg in Hallstatt
The adventure mountain "Dachstein Krippenstein": Cave worlds - Skywalk "5fingers" and a unique hiking world - a mountain for everyone!
Cave world, World Heritage spiral and possibly the most spectacular viewing platform in the Alps – all offer the perfect setting for a day’s adventure on the Krippenstein in Obertraun. Extended opening times. More time to enjoy the mountains.
Magical Worlds of Ice: Daily guided tours of the Dachstein Ice Cave 2025
Multimedia shows, cave bears and rope bridge: The completely reconstructed Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers you the chance to embark on a breathtaking adventure through rock and ice. .
Mysterious Mountain - Guided tours through the "Mammoth Cave" in Obertraun 2025
Cave labyrinth of superlatives! The endless expanses of the Dachstein massif from the inside - the huge mammoth cave will inspire you with incredible dimensions and a play of colours that you would not expect to find under the soil of the Salzkammergut!
Koppenbrüller cave in Obertraun - The experience for the whole family in the valley
A visit to the Koppenbrüller Cave offers an impressive insight into the underground waterways of the inside of the Dachstein. Pathways secured against flooding mean that guests can visit in safety, even in bad weather!
Skywalk 5fngers - Spectacular viewing platform
Not for the faint of heart! The 5fingers viewing platform offers adrenaline kicks at the highest level. Probably the most spectacular viewing platform in the Alps, it protrudes like a hand into an abyss over 400 metres deep.
The most beautiful sights in one click
There is so much to discover in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut. Old mines, mighty cave worlds or spectacular glaciers at romantic lakes - a paradise for cultural- and nature lovers.
Hiking and adventure tip: Heilbronn Circular Hiking Trail
Feel freedom. Leave everything behind. Just let your mind wander. At 2000 meters through the unique karst landscape. Climb into a shark’s jaws and live to tell the tale.
Theme world "Hiking and nature experiences"
Sound of nature: Best of Hiiking in the Salzkammergut - trails for every level
Hiking in Obertraun - a very special treat! Here you will find the most beautiful hiking trails, the most popular mountain huts and Alpine pastures, impressive landscapes, guided tours and numerous insider tips about in and around the Lake Hallstatt area.
Guided hikes
Feel as a team. Enjoy conversations, laugh and move, get out of breath, arrive together and look down into the valley and enjoy the wonderful views.
Mountain events in the Salzkammerut
Breakfast on the mountains - guided hikes. The mountains are there to be conquered! From you. And we have the best mountain events for you. this is your time These are your mountains. Do something outside
But it's worth getting up early: sunrise with mountain breakfast
Unique holiday experience for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts or photographers. With delicious breakfast in the mountain restaurant. The Dachstein plateau is waiting for you! Get on board and ride along. It's worth getting up early for that!
Free accommodations for "Body, Mind & Mountains" at a click
Under the title "Body, Mind & Mountains" , the Dachstein Salzkammergut mountain railways present a wide range of activities on the mountains around the topics of "exercise, nutrition, mental health, regeneration, mindfulness, art and longevity".
High alpine guided mountain hike over the mountain "Sarstein"
An unforgettable high alpine nature experience of about 7 to 9 hours, for experienced mountain hikers. Boundless views, unique fauna and flora - for all mountain vagabonds this autumn.
One for all: The "Dachstein Salzkammergut Ticket"
6 peaks - 1 ticket - The most popular mountain peaks in the region can be reached with a single cheap card. The discounted ticket is valid for the most beautiful peaks and views of the Salzkammergut all summer long.
Theme world "Active Holidays"
Active holidays in the Salzkammergut: An area for adventurers and relaxation seekers.
Whether hiking, biking or other outdoor activities - an active holiday in the Salzkammergut offers nature lovers a variety of landscapes and sporting challenges for all levels. The lake district offers the perfect experience for all ages and interests. Hiking to the highest peaks, cycling through the valleys or canyoning in the deepest gorges - unforgettable moments for everyone.
Stand-Up-Paddling in the Salzkammergut
The lakes in the Salzkammergut offer the best conditions for this new trend sport. Give it a go. You can find all the required information in this article. Get on board and off you go!
he magic of water
Hiking and mountain biking is getting more and more popular, but also rafting, canyoning, kayaking be the ultimate recreation for a sporty tourist!
Recreational paradise on Lake Hallstatt
Summer, blue skies, sunshine: Indispensable on a summer vacation, in the Salzkammergut, is the extensive bathing fun. The family-friendly beach in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt is one of the most beautiful and best maintained swimming facilities on Lake Hallstatt
Mountain biking & E-biking
Whether you ride a mountain bike to achieve sporting ambitions or for pure enjoyment, the Hallstatt is a bikers' paradise.
Rock Climbing in the Salzkammergut
Rock climbing has become very popular in region Dachstein-Salzkammergut over the last number of years. And no wonder – there thousands of cliffs, bluffs and crags for climbers to test their skills.
Paragliding: Lake Hallstatt from a bird's eye view - Experience the dream of flying!
Floating weightlessly in the sky. Feel the pure feeling of freedom. Experience nature of a very special kind. Being as free as a bird takes on a dimension of its own. Experience Professional Tandem Paragliding now. The holiday experience!
Themenwelt "Kids & Family"
A new adventure every day: Experiences for the whole family in the Salzkammergut
The Nature and Mountain Adventure World offers many exciting adventures with plenty of things to explore and lots of exercise. And the kids will not be the only ones standing in awe at the Adventure World of Koppenbrüller Cave.
Grünberg “Flitzer" Summer Toboggan Run
Speed & fun await big and small tobogganing fans on the Grünberg mountain near Gmunden on Lake Traunsee. Adrenalin kick along 1.4 km - whether with mum, dad or alone - a great excursion tip for those who feel the need for speed
Forest Adventure Park Gosau – A forest full of 'wow' moments!
A unique nature experience in the Gosau Valley that combines forest knowledge, movement and mindful awareness in a fun way. Or, as we like to call it, "forest and a lot of wow".
Children's tour with Sally in the Altaussee Salt Mine
There's a lot of fun on holiday with this duck: visitors to the tunnels of all ages can experience the world of miners with Sally in the salt mine of Altaussee, explore mysterious tunnels and discover a mysterious lake in the mountain. The family experience for everyone aged 4 and over. Little kids, great fun! Just do it!
Event calendar & theme worlds
All Events at a glance
What's going on in the Salzkammergut? All events at a click. Our event calendar at a click. From conventions to concerts. From nature to culture. Here you will find events in Obertraun, Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau or Bad Ischl. From tradition to hiking. The choice is yours!
Traditional Events in the Salzkammergut
Genuine and down-to-earth, varied and unusual - the traditional events in the Salzkammergut. This is how you get to know the country and its people! Come and see!
Art & Culture Events in the Salzkammergut
The best of classical music, poetry, jazz, Austropop, theatre and customs through to cabaret and operetta. The best cultural events in the Salzkammergut at a click. Always up to date!
Sporting Events in the Salzkammergut
Whether running or swimming events, cult mountain bike meetings or trendy sporting events - when it comes to "sport", the Salzkammergut has a lot to offer. We have summarised the best of them for you. On your marks, get set, go!
Brass band goes football: 1st International Bubble Soccer Tournament at the start
The "First Bubble Soccer Tournament" in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt is worth a visit as it offers a unique combination of sport and fun.
The soundtrack to the summer evening - Concerts at Lake Hallstatt in Obertraun
The soudtrack for your summer evening. From folk music to jazz to pop music. Music for a perfect end to the day. Listen for yourself. Atmospheric entertainment directly on Lake Hallstatt in Obertraumn.
Magical concert series: "Eisklang" (Sound of ice) 2025 in Obertraun
It’s not just nature lovers who will find what they are looking for in this giant Ice cave – art lovers too can appreciate this eternal world of ice: every year in August in Obertraun , the Parsifal Dome is transformed into a unique concert hall
Theme world "Service & information"
Why pay a lot? Reach for the Salzkammergut Summer Card during your holiday. You can save a lot of money!
Are you planning your holiday? The "Salzkammergut Summer Card" is your ticket for mountain railways, swimming pools, museums, providers of outdoor sports and popular excursion destinations. Both young and old will find the right leisure activity for their holiday. This bonus card offers you the right leisure programme at a fair and reasonable price at any time.
Information - Anything you want to know – at a glance
Whether you plan on staying in the Dachstein Salzkammergut region for several days or a mere few hours, whether you travel by yourself or with friends and family – we supply detailed information for your visit in the Dachstein Salzkammergut region.
New: Information for the Salzkammergut on Blue Sky
Information for guests and visitors in the region. In German and English. Here you will find out first. Everything you need for your holiday. We have the Tourismusnwes!
Tourist Office Obertraun
nformative brochures and catalogues with great offers for any time of year can be sent to you quickly and at no obligation. We look forward to your call and will be happy to give you advice and further information personally with News from the Dachstein Salzkammergut-region.
Theme world "Autumn holiday & Indian Summer"
Autumn adventures: hiking, biking and climbing in an impressive setting
The colourful season attracts with numerous event highlights and transforms the golden autumn on Lake Hallstatt and in the Gosau Valley into an unforgettable time. Experiences between mountain and pleasure! Especially in this time of change, nature offers a particularly beautiful sight - both on and off the beaten track. Are you in?
Hiking in Autumn
The autumn lures with its magnificent play of colours: it is the perfect season to hike and watch the impressive spectacle of nature. From leisurely walks and hikes for families to more challenging mountain hikes. A rummage is worthwhile!
Hiking to Löckermoos High Moor
One of the most beautiful high moor lakes in Austria. A special natural spectacle for early risers. The sunrise over the small moor lake is unique. An unforgettable experience on your hiking holiday in Gosau! Fascinating impressions for all hiking enthusiasts! Also easy to get to with the slow train.
Colourful mountain finale: cattle drives in the Salzkammergut
Final on the alpine pasture. The alpine summer is over and the animals are on their way home to the valley. And you can be there live at the reception. A very special autumn tradition in the Salzkammergut. We have compiled the most beautiful events of this kind for you. Take a look. Completely non-binding.