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Austrian Lake District

Austrian Lake District

Walk the serene shores and alpine trails of the Salzkammergut — Austria's celebrated lake district — through flower-filled meadows, crystal-clear lakes and the UNESCO-listed village of Hallstatt.

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Overview

The Salzkammergut has been drawing travellers to its shores since Emperor Franz Joseph I made it fashionable in the 19th century, and it is easy to see why. This extraordinary region of alpine lakes, forested hillsides and charming lakeside towns sits at the gentler end of Austria's walking spectrum, with well-graded trails connecting some of the country's most beautiful scenery. Boat rides across the Wolfgangsee, a funicular ascent into Hallstatt and the remarkable cultural richness of the region make this as much a cultural journey as a walking one.

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The Austrian Lake District experience

Wonder
Walk through the UNESCO World Heritage Salzkammergut, one of Europe's great lake regions
Stroll the romantic Sissi-Path through meadows and forest to the tranquil Nussensee Lake
Visit Hallstatt's Skywalk viewpoint for a sweeping aerial perspective over the entire valley
Wellness
Eight days of self-guided walking at your own pace through mountain and lakeside terrain
Unwind each evening with regional Austrian cuisine in comfortable country inns
Luggage is transferred daily, letting you walk with only a light daypack through every stage
Nature
Views of the Dachstein glacier reflected in the still waters of Lake Gosau
Walk the narrow Soleweg path across the Gosauzwang bridge, with near-vertical drops below
The Dachstein massif looms over every valley and lake throughout the entire walk
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