Winter Wonderland: 14 Most Beautiful Winter Destinations in the World

12. Hallstatt, Austria

It is often voted as the prettiest village in the world, and it’s hard to disagree with this title if you’ve visited Hallstatt in the winter. Visitors are mesmerized by the glorious view of the Salzburg Mountain, located nearby, covered in snow.

Hallstatt is a small lakeside town and it’s considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site within Austria. The village is filled with historical and culturally rich attractions for travelers to take in. A must-see is the Dachstein Skywalk, a flat, glass platform, located on a ski resort near the Dachstein Mountains. Viewers can catch an incredible view of Austria, from the Czech Republic to Slovenia.

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