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| | Hallein | Salzburg Sights & Activities | Fodor's Online Travel Guide |
 | | The second largest town of the region, set 15 km (10 mi) south of Salzburg, Hallein was once famed for its caves of "white gold" -- salt. |
 | | You can get to Hallein by regular bus system, by car along the B159 Salzachtal-Bundesstrasse, or by bicycle along the River Salzach. |
 | | Once in Hallein, you can pay your respects to Franz Gruber, the composer of "Silent Night, Holy Night," who lies in the only grave still extant next to the town's parish church. |
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