Via Salis - Hiking in the footsteps of salt

This circular hiking trail around the Dietrichskogel "takes" you on a fascinating journey through time from the origins of the salt mine to the present day of Ausseerland.21 signposted stations point to ancient tunnels, the mule tracks of the Romans or a strange castle ruin. This easily walkable and well signposted route is not only "seasoned" with salt, but with many a surprise. After four kilometers and a leisurely climb of 300 meters in altitude, you reach its highest point - in the quiet, unspoiled mountain landscape at the foot of the Sandling massif. Finally, on the equally long but in places somewhat steeper descent path lies - as the highlight of the hike - the show mine.The hike on the Via Salis takes about three hours.

 

The circular trail is about ten kilometers long. Partly you are on alpine hiking trails, therefore the path is not suitable for baby carriages. Please pay attention to the signposts with the lettering "Via Salis". The Pflindsberg castle ruins are worth a detour. 

 

Salt is life Salt water from the Sandling Maple or Altaussee? Changing job description The miner's stand Ruin of Pflindsberg The Romans at the Sandling The scooping works at the Sandling The old mining center How the salt came to the Sandling Enough salt, but not enough wood Working life of the miners Water in the tunnels The Steinberg area From the scoop to the drain The Strähn Mining today Food for the miners Healing from the depths The mountains and their visitors The salt of the future

 

The best way to get to Altaussee is to plan with google.at/maps.