If you have been to Salzburg, you know that the old town is small. It's just about 1.5 km². How many churches can there possibly be in the old town, you ask? In the old town of Salzburg, there are 22 churches. https://youtu.be/yJJx216D3BM When walking the [...]
Like I tell you in many of my articles, Salzburg is small, but there is a lot to see. That also applies to museums. This guide to museums in Salzburg introduces you to all of the many museums in Salzburg. It explains what they are about [...]
Considering that Salzburg is most famous for classical music, it can be surprisingly hard to find quality concerts. If you know where to look, however, and with a bit of luck, there are plenty of musical highlights. In this article, I will guide you in the [...]
Many summer mornings I got up at 5 am to hike one of the city mountains next to my house and take photos. Yes, hiking in Salzburg city is so close. In this article, I will present you with three hiking options in the center of [...]
Are you planning a trip to Salzburg and wonder what the must-see sights in Salzburg are? Don’t worry. We got you covered. No matter if you join the Free Walking Tour or not, Salzburg is the perfect destination for independent sightseeing. The old town of Salzburg [...]
I don’t like modern art. But I walked and cycled the streets of Salzburg for years on my tours and got used to the many strange statues. They grew on me and I am now a fan. Not for the sake of modern art, but because [...]
The Salzburger Glockenspiel, even though not many tourists climb the tower, is one of the landmarks of the town. It’s located right in the heart of the old town at residence square. Public tours only happen on Thursdays and Fridays in summer, but when Gemma and [...]
The nearest mountain from Salzburg, apart from the three house mountains in the city of Salzburg, is Untersberg. With almost 2000 meters of altitude and jagged cliffs, a hike to the peak of mount Untersberg is a challenge even for experienced hikers. The top of Untersberg, [...]
The Salzburg cathedral, with its turquoise, copper dome, and its white interior, is in the center of the old town. With its distinctive appearance, it will dominate each of your landscape photos from Salzburg. Surrounded by the main squares, it’s not only an attraction but the [...]
In another article, I wrote about the Salzburg Card and how to use it. The Salzburg Card is the best deal if you want to save money while visiting all the sights. I understand, however, if you are on a budget. You only want to hang out, take pictures, [...]
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