Hallstatt, worth visiting all year-round?

Hallstatt, Austria - a famous village in the heart of the Alps. Even on a cloudy winter day, there are great views of the mountains and lake. Another benefit is that it's less crowded than in the peak summer season. Hallstatt is easy to get to from nearby cities of Salzburg or Vienna. If taking the train, you will need to take a quick ferry journey across the lake to reach Hallstatt village itself.