Auf den Spuren der Kulturhauptstadt
- Gmundner Kermaik Manufaktur
- Eintritt in das Hotel Austria - Museum der Stadt Bad Ischl
The Salzkammergut is a beautiful destination that impresses with its rich cultural history and nature. On the "On the Trail of the Capital of Culture" trip there are some highlights, such as the towns of Bad Ischl, Gmunden and Ausserland, that should not be missed.
CULTURE IS THE NEW SALT.
The Salzkammergut offers a high density of exciting stories, places and people and is embedded in an impressive landscape. Shaped by the elements of salt, water and wood, this is a complex region where the history of salt production began 7,000 years ago in Hallstatt. The salt trade has nourished the region, enriched it and made it internationally connected, it has attracted the wealthy and powerful, with the summer freshness the Salzkammergut's historic cultural landscape has become part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
With its growing compactness, shielded by mountains, lakes and rivers, the Salzkammergut stands as an example for many other regions of the world. The gulf between the industrialised north and the agriculturally-exploited south is vividly illustrated here, serving both as a prime example and as a laboratory to meet the increasing political, cultural, economic and egological challenges of Europe and the world.
DATE:
May - September 2025 3 nights / 4 days
(Exact date according to wish and availability)
Group arrangement
Cruise on Lake Grundlsee from Grundlsee to Gößl – journey time approx. 30 min.
Boat trip on the Toplitzsee back and forth – journey time approx. 20 min.
Short walk to the remote Kammersee – walking time approx. 5 min.
Arrangement price per person in € from
| per person in a double room from | *** on request |
**** on request |
| Single supplement 1-5 ab: | on request | on request |
| Single supplement 6. EZ ab: | on request | on request |
Plus local tax: approx. €2,50 to €4,-- per person per day!
(Will be adjusted accordingly if the law changes).
Booked:
Entrance and guided tour to the salt worlds in Bad Aussee Group price from 20 people 2025: Euro 27,- per person
Possible course of the programme - subject to change:
Check-in and 3 course. Dinner
As part of the 2024 European Capital of Culture, Gmunden was one of the 23 municipalities of the Salzkammergut that hosted the event, and ceramics also played a role.
In the morning you will get to know the Gmundner Keramik Manufactory during a guided tour - duaration approx. Real handicraft is not old-fashioned, it is timeless. You can also experience this at the Manufactory in Gmunden in a guided tour. In addition to a short film, some particulary valuable exhibits, a touch station and a photo station, you will get detailed insights into the creation of the Gmundner Ceramics one-of-a-kind. From turning, glazing, painting, flames and burning - experience how much love and craftsmanship Gmundner Keramik is made with.
a guided tour in Gmunden - duration about 1 hour
Continue to Bad Ischl (banner city of the Captial of Culture)
Ride on the Kaiserbummeltrain
The Kaiserzug Bad Ischl offers a comfortable way to explore the city´s historical sights. Since 2021, the Bummelzug has been powered in an environmentally friendly electric manner. As part of the Cultural Capital of Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024, various events and projects were carried out that enriched the cultural life of the city. The Kaiserzug played a role in this by serving as a means of transport for visitors and participants in these events. Pick up the Habsburger Törtchen to go that you can enjoy comfortably on one of the many park benches in Bad Ischl.
Addmission to the Museum of the city of Bad Ischl - Hotel Austria
In the cintext of the Kulturhauptstadt Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024, the Museum of the City of Bad Ischl was comprehensively renovated and redesigned. The reopening took place on 19. July 2024.
Permanent exhibition: "Welcome to Hotel Austria"
The Stadtmuseum, located directly on the Esplanade, used to be the famous Hotel Austria and this is where our story begins. We dive into the world of summer freshness, the beginnings of the spa business, the imperial summer residence, railway nostalgia. Together we embark on a journey through the historic Salzkammergut. We meet illustrious summer freshmen at the hotel bar, meet famous hosts and wonder what lies behind the beautiful glow of operettas, soirees and waltzes? The exhibition sheds light on this. It surprises and provokes thought, and raises questions that even delicate periods of history do not spare.
As part of the Cultural Capital of Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024, the Ausserland was actively involved in cultural events. The region presented itself with a variety of events and projects that focused on the cultural heritage and traditions of the Ausserland.
The 3-Lakes tour first takes you by boat across Styria´s largest lake, Grundlsee. After that, a walk of about 30 minutes awaits - this way you reach Toplitzsee. Using traditional wooden boats, called pläten, the journey continues along waterfalls to the last stop: a short stretch of forest that leads to the remote Kammersee. From there, take the pläten back over Toplitzsee and from there walk back to Gößl, where your bus picks you up again.
Then make a stop at the Steinberghaus in Altaussee (possibility of visting the salt mine - OPTIONAL).
Then drive to the oldest lebzzelterei in the region for a small tasting.
3course. dinner/typical Austrian food.
Breakfast - Capital of Culture Present 2024 to farewell
General
The above prices are valid for a minimum of 20 participants.
The current version of the Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH terms and conditions apply!
Booking and billing via Salzkammergut Touristik.
All excursions are conducted with your own vehicle.
Every 21st person in a double room is free.
