Ausseerland: Salt, Lakes and Literature
Bad Aussee and Altaussee in the Styrian Salzkammergut
- Duration
- 3.0 hours
- Languages
- German, English
This private excursion shows you the Ausseerland in the Styrian Salzkammergut, with Bad Aussee, Lake Altaussee and the salt mine. You will hear why writers spent their summers here and how the Altaussee salt mine sheltered art treasures during World War II.
Bad Aussee lies at the geographic center of Austria, marked by a stone in the spa park. Salt brought the town wealth for centuries, and the Kammerhof recalls the old salt administration. Archduke Johann found his great love here, the postmaster's daughter Anna Plochl.
In Altaussee the Loser and Trisselwand mountains are mirrored in the lake, and authors such as Hugo von Hofmannsthal, Arthur Schnitzler and Friedrich Torberg spent their summers here. Your guide also tells how artworks from across Europe were stored and rescued inside the salt mountain during the war.
The excursion is private and planned around your group. We are happy to discuss transport, how long you would like to spend at each stop and where to take breaks before the day.
Highlights
- The center of Austria in Bad Aussee
- The Kammerhof and salt history
- Lake Altaussee with views of the Loser and Trisselwand
- Summer retreat of writers
- The rescue of art treasures in the salt mine
The route
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1Bad Aussee
Spa park, center stone and Kammerhof.
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2Altaussee
Village center and writers' villas.
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3Lake Altaussee
Lakeside path with mountain views.
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4Altaussee salt mine
Mining and the story of the artworks.
Who this tour is for
Nature and literature lovers, visitors to the Salzkammergut and groups interested in 20th-century history.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for the salt mine or museums are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
Can we visit the Altaussee salt mine?
Yes, the salt mine offers guided tours inside the mountain, usually in the warmer months. We plan the excursion around the tour times; admission is not included.
