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    Salzburg's Walk of Modern Art

    All across Salzburg’s Old Town, you’ll come across some intriguing contemporary art. Discover a lesser known side of Salzburg as you contemplate the ten sculptures along the Walk of Modern Art, each a unique interpretation of the city.

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    Silent night chapel in Oberndorf © Oesterreich Werbung / Weinhaeupl

    “Silent Night” Chapel in Oberndorf

    From the small village of Oberndorf near Salzburg, the world’s most famous Christmas carol has spread around the globe. Learn about the humble and most charming story of its creation.
     

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    Schrannenmarkt Salzburg © Salzburg Information

    Salzburg's Schrannenmarkt

    In existence since 1906, the Schrannenmarkt has always been the weekly market for the people living in and around the city of Salzburg. Early bird gets the worm! Join the spectacle from 5 am on and watch the market being set up in front of the magnificent St. Andrä Church.

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    Mirabell Castle and Gardens

    Remember Do-Re-Mi? This baroque jewel surrounded by magnificent gardens is located in Salzburg's city center and is a magical setting for a romantic wedding or honeymoon. The Marble Hall is considered to be the "most beautiful wedding hall in the world".

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    Underground Salt Mines Tour

    Hidden deep underground, the Salzwelten salt mines in Hallein near Salzburg, one of the oldest in the world, offers a tour that is adventurous, fun and interesting all at the same time! It includes a train ride, boat ride and cross border trek—all underground! Great fun, especially if you are with a small group of friends or family. As long as you’re not claustrophobic!

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    Museum of modern art Salzburg © Simone Rosenberg

    Modern Art and More in Salzburg

    One museum – two spectacular locations. An experience for art as well as lovers of Austrian cuisine with spectacular views of the Baroque city of Salzburg.

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    Hohensalzburg Fortress

    Discover the more than 900-year-old Hohensalzburg Fortress, an evidence of Salzburg’s medieval history. Take a ride or walk to the largest, fully preserved fortress in central Europe and enjoy a breathtaking view over the city of Salzburg.

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    Salzburg. Walk This Way

    Fall for the charm of Salzburg by strolling through the city’s historic streets and alleys. Here, each house tells a story, and building preservation continues to be a guiding principle.

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    Hellbrunn‘s Advent

    Enter the fairy tale world of Hellbrunn Palace during its amazing Advent season.

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    Salzburg marionette theater © Salzburger Marionettentheater

    Salzburg Marionette Theater

    Discover the fascinating world of the Salzburg Marionette Theater and see for yourself how the master puppeteers bring to life the expertly carved puppets, captivating their audience with performances of The Sound of Music, Mozart Operas or Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

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    Palace of Hellbrunn

    If you were archbishop of Salzburg in the early 17th century and had too much spare time on your hands, what would you do with it? Build the mother of all water fun-parks, of course. Visit the unique world of Hellbrunn’s trick fountains and Mannerist architecture for an afternoon of amazing family fun.

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    Schloss Leopoldskron

    Just beyond the center of Salzburg, a jewel of an 18th-century rococo castle sits alongside a stunning lake. "The Sound of Music" saw fit to film here, and the Salzburg festival saw fit to begin here. Today, after centuries of royal history, visitors can make their own at this unforgettable landmark.

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    A day in Mozart’s footsteps

    Imagine being five years old and performing in front of royalty all over Europe – this was just the beginning of a life lived at its fullest by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, lovingly called Wolferl.

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    Europe’s oldest restaurant

    A dining experience of a different kind awaits you in Europe’s oldest restaurant paired with traditionally influenced contemporary music and a delicious three-course-dinner. The only thing that’s missing is you.

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    "The Sound of Music"

    "The Sound of Music" was so many things: an international success, a fantastic myth and a true story, all of which let the world know about Salzburg and its culture -- much as Mozart had done in another era. Today, the famed musical returns to Salzburg with the newest production, at the Salzburger Landestheater. The backstage tour is not to be missed.

    See "The Sound of Music" in Salzburg's theater...
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    Open Air Museum Grossgmain

    Immerse yourself in the historical everyday life of Austrian farmers and discover 400 years of the history of agricultural development and farm management of Salzburg state.

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    Hangar7 - an arts & culinary temple

    Located right at the Salzburg Airport, Hangar-7 is one Europe’s most fascinating places. Stunning architecture, historic aircraft, fast cars, innovative art and world-class cuisine will keep you busy for many hours.

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    Salzburg Festival © Salzburg Festival

    Salzburg Festival

    First held in 1920, the Salzburg Festival is one of the cultural highlights of the year. Alongside the regular residency of the Vienna Philharmonic, musicians and ensembles of the highest caliber fill the beautiful Alpine city with music and drama.

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    The World’s largest Ice Caves

    The World of Ice Giants brings you into the largest ice caves in the world. One of the true wonders on earth, the caves are a wondrous underground world of natural ice sculptures and formations. Discover a world of natural beauty.

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    Cafe Tomaselli Salzburg  © Cafe Tomaselli

    Café Tomaselli: Mozart’s favorite

    Located in downtown Salzburg, near the cathedral and on your way up to the Hohenfestung Salzburg, the Café Tomaselli is the perfect spot to indulge and relax

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    Salzburger Nockerl Dessert

    Fluffy, delicious and made only from eggs and sugar this dessert not only has a long history but also a huge fanbase.

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    Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

    Over three hundred glaciers, ten thousand animal species and countless jaw-dropping vistas make the Alps' largest nature reserve also its most memorable. Cultural artifacts and natural wonders compete for your attention. The National Park Center -- open daily -- makes for a perfect base camp as you set out to explore this magnificent Austrian treasure.

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    Grossglockner High Alpine Road © Oesterreich Werbung/Markowitsch

    Grossglockner High-Alpine Road

    The Grossglockner High Alpine Road makes Austria’s highest mountain accessible for everyone. The famous alpine road leads you right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park, the Grossglockner and its glacier, the Pasterze.

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    Krimml Waterfalls

    Enjoy a spectacular hike to Austria’s highest waterfalls. The three stages of the hike, starting in the village of Krimml, take you to ever more spectacular views of the falls and the surrounding countryside. Bring your camera and capture the most beautiful section of the falls!

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    High-Mountain Reservoirs

    With the Hohe Tauern mountain range as your magnificent backdrop, enjoy a fascinating trip to the Alpine high-mountain reservoirs. The journey begins aboard a modern bus and continues to the dam in an open funicular rising high into the mountains. Come see this unique landscape of green Alpine pastures and snow covered mountains reflected in the turquoise water – paired with the world’s highest standard of technology!

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    Hohenwerfen fortress © SalzburgerLand

    Hohenwerfen Fortress

    The mighty, 900-year-old fortress of Hohenwerfen, set in a beautiful alpine setting near Salzburg, allows visitors to delve into military history, take a tour of historic interiors, enjoy impressive falconry displays and visit Austria’s first Falconry Museum. Concerts, theatre performance and heritage evenings can also be enjoyed throughout the year at this “Castle of Adventure”.

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    Salzburg’s Avant-garde Traditions

    Dirndl and Lederhosen in Salzburg stand between tradition and the avant-garde.

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    The Jewel on the Salzach

    The elegant Hotel Sacher Salzburg, the only historic Grand Hotel in Mozart's city, features spacious terraces and a spectacular view of the skyline of the Old City.

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    Via Culinaria, a Gourmet's Roadmap

    Seven culinary pathways and 200 culinary addresses in SalzburgerLand. The popular Via Culinaria puts the variety of regional products front and center, weaving a SalzburgerLand vacation with the true gourmet's dream. Pick a theme -- or pick multiple themes -- and give yourself the most mouthwatering way of getting to know a beautiful piece of Austria.

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    Culture and Art at the Sacher Salzburg

    Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, a jewel of baroque architecture, and nestled in glorious mountains, is the perfect setting for an equally grandiose hotel – the Hotel Sacher Salzburg.

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    Hotel Sacher © Hotel Sacher

    The World meets at the Hotel Sacher, Salzburg

    Since its opening in 1866 the Hotel Sacher Salzburg is a meeting place of the Who is Who.

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