Events
Hidden in the Rock
Graphic novel exhibitation
In 2024, the renowned comic artist Simon Schwartz delved into the diverse history of the Altaussee salt mine. The rescue of looted artworks from the National Socialists played a crucial role here.
Registration is absolutely necessary!
via email: info@salzwelten.at or by phone at 06132/200 2400
Blog: Graphic Novels have Stories to tell
Information about the exhibition80 Years Since the End of the War – Salzwelten Aussee
In the final days of World War II, world history was written deep inside the salt mine of Altaussee. Priceless works of art and cultural treasures – looted by the Nazis from across Europe – were hidden here in the tunnels, protected from aerial bombardment. In a final act of madness, the Nazi regime actually planned to blow up this legacy of European culture. Only the courageous intervention of a few brave miners, working together with management from the salt mine, prevented that catastrophe from happening.
To mark the anniversary, Salzwelten is offering rare glimpses into areas of the mine that are normally off-limits to the general public.
May 8, 2025
80 Years Since the End of the War – How Brave Miners Made History
On May 8th, with the war drawing to a close, American forces reached the Altaussee salt mine. Eighty years later, on the same date, all guided tours will focus on the recovery of those art treasures. In total, eight storage chambers in the Altaussee mine were filled with works of art and cultural treasures. Due to downward pressure from the mountain, only two still remain accessible today: the Springerwerk is part of the regular tour route.
Prices and opening hours
80 Years Since the End of the War – Special Tour into the “König Josef” Chamber
Off the regular tour path lies the “König Josef” chamber, preserved to this day thanks to its designation by the Federal Monuments Office as a potential Cold War storage site. This special tour offers guests a rare opportunity to visit this long-forgotten place.
- Tour start: 4:00 p.m.
- Duration: approx. 90 minutes
- Limited participation
- Registration required
- Helmets provided; sturdy footwear required.
- Standard ticket price applies*
The Narzissenfest Schedule 29. May - 1. June 2025
Narzissenfest x Salzwelten
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Themed Tour
"Bomben auf Michelangelo"
30.5.2025 at 5.00 p.m. -
Display of our narcissus figure
at the Grill family’s home
Puchen 132, 8992 Altaussee
01.06.2024 starting at 2.00 p.m. -
Meet & Greet with Sally
Meet Sally directly at the Narzissenfest
1.6.2025 in Altaussee
Special Tour "Bombs on Michelangelo" July & August, each Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Theme Tour
Bombs on Michelangelo
July & August, each Wednesday at 5 p.m.
90-minute guided tour to one of the most mysterious episodes during the final days of the war.
A tale of heroes, traitors and last-minute rescue.
Registration required:
mail: info@salzwelten.at oder phone
+43/6132/200 2400
