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Salzkammergut Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

resort area located in Austria

About Salzkammergut

The Salzkammergut (literally translated: Property of the Salt Chamber) is one of the most beautiful holiday regions in Austria, with its name coming from its history as the premier spot for salt ("Salz") mining. As salt was and is important, it was under direct control by the Emperors in Vienna - that's where the name "Kammer" came from. If you have seen the movieThe Sound Of Musicthen you know what that lake region looks like, because that movie was filmed in and around the city ofSalzburgand the neighboring Salzkammergut region. Sparkling clean lakes, green hills, wonderful mountains, romantic towns (likeSt. WolfgangandHallstatt) make up this region that is filled to the rim with scenic beauty and a rich local culture. If you ever visit the city of Salzburg and don't see this glorious la

Where to Stay in Salzkammergut

  • 🏨Country House Koller
  • 🏨Hotel Ebner`s Waldhof
  • 🏨Hotel Mohrenwirt
  • 🏨Hotel Restaurant Stefanihof
  • 🏨Pension Huber

Salzkammergut Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including:

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