Places & Sights in Salzburg
From Vienna to Vorarlberg: lakes, mountains, castles, museums and quiet spots away from the main routes. Filtered here by Salzburg.
Summer in Filzmoos: A Mountain Village for Active Days
Between the Bischofsmütze and the Dachstein lies Filzmoos, with hiking trails, mountain bike routes, a climbing garden with over 300 routes and the Filzmoos Sommer Card.
Burg Hohenwerfen: A Journey Into the Past
Perched high above the Salzach valley, the 11th century Burg Hohenwerfen ranks among Austria's most striking fortresses, with a falconry show and panoramic views of the Tennengebirge.
DomQuartier Salzburg: A Baroque Ensemble in the Heart of the Old Town
DomQuartier links the state rooms of the Residenz, the cathedral arches and the Cathedral Museum into a walk through Baroque Salzburg, with a view down into the cathedral itself.
Hohensalzburg Fortress: Landmark Above the Salzburg Old Town
High above the old town stands Hohensalzburg Fortress, one of the largest fully preserved castle complexes in Europe and the landmark of the city of Salzburg.
Summer in Flachau: Alpine Pastures, Panoramas and Long Summer Evenings
Between the Dachstein and the Tauern, Flachau brings together panoramic views, nature and down-to-earth alpine life, with many trails starting right outside your accommodation.
Haus der Natur: Salzburg's Hands-On Natural History Museum
Since 1924, Haus der Natur in Salzburg has paired scientific learning with interactive exhibits, from the dinosaur hall and the aquarium to the space exhibition.
Krimml Waterfalls: Europe's Largest Waterfalls in Hohe Tauern National Park
Falling 380 meters in three cascades, the Krimml Waterfalls in Hohe Tauern National Park rank among Europe's most powerful natural spectacles, framed by one of Austria's finest hiking trails.
Hohe Tauern National Park: Austria's Largest Protected Area
Spanning nearly 1,900 square kilometers across Salzburg, Tyrol, and Carinthia, Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest protected area in the Alps, centered on the Grossglockner.
Salzburg Lungau: Nature, Tradition and Hospitality
As Salzburg's southernmost district, the Lungau preserves one of Austria's most authentic regions, with mountain villages, wide alpine pastures and deep rooted customs.
Salzburg Marionette Theatre: UNESCO Heritage With a Modern Pulse
Since 1913, the Salzburg Marionette Theatre has practised an art form recognised as UNESCO cultural heritage since 2016, with a repertoire from Mozart to Shakespeare.
Hellbrunn in Summer: Water, Light and a Quiet Shift in Perspective
Just minutes outside Salzburg's old town, Hellbrunn's trick fountains have surprised visitors since the 17th century, alongside palace rooms and a sprawling park.
Schloss Mirabell: A Jewel of Baroque Architecture in Salzburg
Built in 1606 by Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich for his mistress Salome Alt, Schloss Mirabell in Salzburg pairs baroque architecture with the famous Mirabell Gardens.
Following the Trail of Beer: The Stiegl Brauwelt in Salzburg
In Salzburg, the Stiegl Brauwelt, one of Europe's largest private brewing museums, traces the history of the traditional Stiegl brewery, from craft to tasting.
Trail Running in Filzmoos: Where Every Step Takes You Closer to the Mountains
Permanent trails between 1,000 and 2,000 metres above sea level, the Filzmooser Gipfelroas mountain marathon and a trail running camp make Filzmoos a runner's playground.
Werfenweng: Summer at 1,000 Metres
On a high plateau in Salzburg's mountains sits Werfenweng, with alpine meadows, two mountain lifts and a kind of mobility that leaves the village its calm.
Zoo Salzburg: Wildlife and Nature at the Foot of the Hellbrunner Berg
At the foot of the Hellbrunner Berg, with views of the Berchtesgaden Alps, Zoo Salzburg is home to around 1,600 animals from about 150 species, in naturalistic, spacious enclosures.
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