Travel Guide Salzburg

The Salzburg Country Travel Guide unveils a world where snow-capped peaks and shimmering lakes create postcard-worthy landscapes. At the heart of this region, the city of Salzburg itself, Mozart 's birthplace , opens its doors to a rich heritage of Baroque music and architecture. This heritage is maintained by the emblematic Salzburg Festival, which livens up the streets every summer. The history of the Salzburg region is as old as the mountains that define its contours. From the Hohensalzburg fortress, proudly dominating the city for over a thousand years, to princely palaces like Schloss Hellbrunn with its playful water features, every stone has a story to share. Stroll through the Mirabell gardens, where the harmony of the flowers rivals the splendor of the statues.

The Salzburg region is a land of contrasts, from the vertiginous peaks of the Hohe Tauern, home to the Krimml waterfall, one of the highest in Europe, to the tranquility of lakes such as the Wolfgangsee, inviting you to relax and contemplate. The Eisriesenwelt cave offers an underground spectacle in the world's largest ice caves and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wolfgang. The region's mining past is also on show in the Hallein salt mines, an underground adventure where you can discover the white gold that made Salzburg's fortune. Castles and fortresses scattered across the countryside stand sentinel over time, while museums tell the story of the dukes and archbishops who shaped the province. Art lovers will delight in the Baroque architecture of the city of Salzburg, with its richly ornamented cathedral and churches. Nature enthusiasts can take to the hiking trails that wind through theBerchtesgaden National Park , where the pure mountain air and views of Lake Königssee are invigorating.

When it comes to cuisine, the Salzburg region is a feast for gourmets. Delicious Salzburg pie, sweet and savory knödels and apple strudel are just some of the specialties to be savored. Don't forget the local craft beers, and accompany these dishes with a glass of schnapps for an authentic experience! With year-round festivals, enchanting Christmas markets and a multitude of activities from skiing to hiking, the Salzburg region is a destination to be experienced and felt, whatever the season.