HALLSTATT, AUSTRIA

Perched in the mountains on an alpine lake, Hallstatt, Austria is a Christmas fairytale come to life!

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To get to Hallstatt, we took the train from Austria to a stop directly across the lake from town, and then rode a ferry across the swan-filled lake.

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Hallstatt is beautiful from literally every angle. It’s like the town version of Beyonce.

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Marketplatz, the main square, is the center of Christmas cheer in Hallstatt!

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We recommend staying at this beautiful 700-year-old Brau-Gasthof (brewery guesthouse) overlooking the village and lake.

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Tucked into the mountains, this area is home to excellent skiing and a historic salt mine.

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Swipe up TO LEARN MORE ABOUT Hallstatt, Austria in THE Winter!

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