Hellbrunn might be the most visited place in the surroundings of Salzburg. On the one hand, that’s because of its proximity to the city and because the castle and the trick fountains are included in the Salzburg Card. On the other hand, because Hellbrunn is included in every Sound of Music tour. In this article,…
Salzburg is small. You could see the main sights in a day or even half a day. However, there are many more things to do in Salzburg than just the essentials. We need the details to get the big picture. Therefore, this article is the antithesis of an itinerary for Salzburg in one day. The…
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. When walking the streets of Salzburg, you will find a church on every…
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 and how to visit them. In many of my…
Considering that the city of Mozart is most famous for classical music, it can be surprisingly hard to find quality concerts in Salzburg. 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 right direction. Student Concerts…
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 Salzburg and provide all the information you need for…
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 is walkable, and it’s easy to find the must-see…
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 of Salzburg and because the Salzburg Foundations art has…
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 I decided to climb the tower in December 2019,…
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, however, is accessible by public transport from Salzburg for…
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