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The Bezirk Hallein is an administrative district ( Bezirk) in the federal state of Salzburg, Austria, and congruent with the Tennengau region. Area of the district is 668.35 km 2, with a population of 61,660 (Jan. 1, 2023), and population density 92 persons per km 2. Administrative center of the district is Hallein .
- Hallein Salt Mine
- Keltenblitz Sommerrodelbahn
- Durnberg Toboggan Slide
- Kelten Museum
- Gruber Museum
- Berchtesgaden National Park
- Hochkonig Mountain Range
- Church of Saint Anthony
- Lake Konigssee
- Day Trip to Salzburg
The White Gold is rife in the area of Hallein and there are many deposits that have been extensively mined in the area. The Hallein Salt Mine is a fantastic and interesting place to visit and one of the oldest in the world. The salt mine is located to the south of Hallein in Bad Durrnberg and provides fun entertainment for all the family. See how a...
The Keltenblitz is a range located to the south of Hallein near Bad Durrnberg and offers some amazing scenery and attractions only 10 minutes away. The mountain range is accessible by a chair lift that is just off of Durrnberg-Landes Strabe and provides a fun way to travel to the top and enjoy the scenery. Once you are at the top of the Keltenblitz...
This is undoubtedly one of the most exciting things to do during your visit to Hallein and should not be missed. The toboggan slide is on top of the Keltenblitz Mountain and can be accessed by the chair lift that takes around 10 minutes. The slide takes the form of a rollercoaster and snakes down the side of the Keltenblitz in a hair rising ride – ...
The Kelten Museum is dedicated to the Celtic history of the area and looks at how Celts lived in years past; it is one of the most extensive Celtic collections in Europe. The exhibits include ice-age burial grounds, displays of beautiful jewellery and magnificent Celtic art, and displays on how the Celts buried their dead and honoured them. A truly...
This museum is extremely niche and you will not find one like it anywhere else in the world – The Gruber Museum is dedicated to the composer Franz Xaver Gruber and the famous Christmas Carol “Silent Night”. The museum is actually the former home of the celebrated composer and inside you can gain great insight into the man and his life. You can see ...
This amazing national park is actually located in Germany, but spreads right onto the border of Austria near Hallein and is easily accessible. Throughout the park there are stunning sights and wonderful landscapes and the park are famous for such things as the Eagles Nest, and being the area where some of the sound of music was filmed. The hiking o...
This immense mountain is part of the Northern Limestone Alps and lies to the south of Hallein near the Berchtesgaden National Park in Germany. The mountain stands at 2941, at its highest point and is surrounded by a chain of equally impressive mountains. The whole mountain region has a host of skiing and hiking opportunities for all the family and ...
The Church of Saint Anthony is located close to the Gruber museum and is tucked away on the western banks of the river Salzach. While the exterior of this church is quite minimalist and unassuming, the interior is quite beautiful. The church was originally constructed in the 1300’s and has stood in various forms ever since – In modern times it has ...
This enchanting lake is often cited as one of the most beautiful alpine lakes in the world and when you reach its shores it is clear to see why. The Konigssee is located in the middle of the Berchtesgaden National Park and draws many visitors each year. The lake features wonderful clear waters, and is surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the Berc...
The famous town of Salzburg is just a short distance to the north of Hallein and can be reached by the regular bus service that runs between the two places. Salzburg is rich in history and culture and has a plethora of worthwhile sights and attractions. The town features some fantastic architecture such as Salzburg Cathedral and Hohensalzburg Castl...
Tourism Association Hallein Bad Dürrnberg Mauttorpromenade 6 5400 Hallein, Austria Tel.: +43 6245 85 394 E-Mail: office@hallein.com Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09.00 – 16.00
Hallein (German pronunciation: [ˈhalaɪ̯n] ⓘ) is a historic town in the Austrian state of Salzburg. It is the capital of Hallein district. Geography
Tourism Association Hallein Bad Dürrnberg Mauttorpromenade 6 5400 Hallein, Austria Tel.: +43 6245 85 394 E-Mail: office@hallein.com Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09.00 – 16.00
in Hallein there is a Silent Night Museum? The museum is in the former sexton’s house, in which the composer Franz Xaver Gruber worked for 28 years on the most famous Christmas Carol “Silent Night, Holy Night”. As the district capital of Tennengau with a historically protected centre, Hallein offers a lot around the clock, 24hrs a day.
Visiting the Hallein Salt Mine. Your journey into the history of Hallein Salt Mine begins with a comfortable train ride into the mountain, where experienced miners guide you and explain the mining process. You will also enjoy a raft ride across an underground lake and an exciting descent on two mining slides. The tunnel system is maintained to ...
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