On the way home to Munich from Vienna we took advantage of the nice weather and stopped off at Hallstatt in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. The train through the Alpine valleys had amazing views of lakes and the mountains.
From the train station you need to catch the ferry across the lake into the town, with more spectacular views.
The Ferry was a short ride across the river. The water was crystal clear with a mirror image reflection of the town in the water.
The town itself was adorable. There were lots of little locally owned shops as well as bars and restaurants dotted along the esplanade.
It's a short, relaxing walk around the tiny town. Along the way, we were confronted by the many conspicuously dressed tourists, like the one dancing in our photo below.
After a conversation about the tragedy of bright coloured clothing in a matching two-piece we decided to view the more neutral colours of the surrounding mountains at a bar which was right on the waterfront.
A few beers and sausages later we decided to explore the more residential area of Hallstatt. I was desperately hoping the locals liked cats, and that there might actually be some cats. And that if there were cats, we would get to pat the cats.
We admired the view, and continued our search for an Austrian cat.
We found one! And two others as a matter of fact. This little guy was so fluffy! He was trying to sink beneath the pavement when a couple strolled by with their dog.
Hallstatt is another amazing place! At this point I never want to leave. This side of the world is pretty damn incredible.
- Kate
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