Hallstatt-Dachstein / Salzkammergut Cultural Landscape
UNESCO Map
Description: Human activity in the magnificent natural landscape of the Salzkammergut began in prehistoric times, with the salt deposits being exploited as early as the 2nd millennium BC. This resource formed the basis of the areas prosperity up to the middle of the 20th century, a prosperity that is reflected in the fine architecture of the town of Hallstatt.
Date inscribed: 1997.0
Area in hectares: 28446,2
Category specified: Cultural
State: Austria
Region: Europe and North America