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Salzburg


Hotels
Our choice of Salzburg's best character hotels.

Many of the hotels lie on the outskirts of the city, a situation that can make getting out and about a bit tricky, especially for those without transport. Better to go for a centrally located placel such as the Hotel Bristol, which faces Mozart's former home and provides a great view of the Fortress while being only five minutes away from Schloss Mirabell. For an even more spectacular setting, try the Hotel Schloss Moenchstein, a luxury hotel made out of a castle, complete with a special elevator service to the old town below.

Hotel Auersperg ****
Centre, Salzburg

Family run hotel close to the Old Town offering good value accommodation in a peaceful location. The Auersperg has a delightful green and sunny garden and a roof terrace/leisure centre (sauna, solarium, steam room, etc) with panoramic views... (more)

Hotel Lasserhof ****
Lasserstrasse, Salzburg

From the superbly renovated Art Deco architecture and decoration to its location bang in the middle of Salzburg, the Lasserhof is a great place to stay... (more)

Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich ***
Wolf-Dietrich-Strasse, Salzburg

Run by the friendly and efficient Schmelzle family, the Wolf Dietrich is a testament to both homely charm and modern levels of service. With a location close to the heart of Salzburg's old town and excellent facilities including an indoor swimming pool, it's a hotel the Hotelgenie has no hesitation in recommending... (more)

Hotel Markus Sittikus ***
Centre, Salzburg

A great location in the heart of Salzburg, well-decorated rooms and the bonus of a pretty garden make this one of the best three-star establishments in the beautiful old city... (more)

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Essential Salzburg
Quick guide to this Austrian city.

Introduction
Intro Blessed with a rich musical heritage, Salzburg is predominantly known as the city of Mozart and is home to the world-famous annual Salzburg music festival. Set against a mountainous backdrop on the banks of the Salzach River, this Baroque city offers a stunningly picturesque landscape that was famously captured on celluloid in the Oscar-winning musical The Sound Of Music.

Top Ten Sights
1. Festung Hohensalzburg - 12th century fortress that offers panoramic views of the city.
2. Dom - A prime example of renaissance architecture, the cathedral is adorned in a rich baroque style and has gained international fame as a result of its 4,000 pipe organ.
3. Mozart Wohnhaus - Residence of the famous composer from 1773 to 1780.
4. Schloss Hellbrunn - Once home to Salzburg's great prince archbishops, this majestic 17th century castle is a popular attraction for visitors.
5. Friedhof St. Sebastien - Mozart's wife and father are among the incarcerated in this 16th gothic cemetery.
6. Residenzgalerie Salzburg - European paintings from the 16th to the 19th century in 15 historic rooms of this impressive art gallery.
7. Schloss Mirabell - Grand palace turned mayoral residence featuring an elaborate marble and gold hall.
8. Kollegienkirche - One of the most famous baroque churches in Austria, designed by the great baroque architect Fischer von Erlach in the 17th century.
9. Spielzeug Museum - Formerly the city hospital, this toy museum contains playthings from the 1500's right up to the present day.
10. Stift St. Peter - 7th century church of St Peter's Abbey features fascinating religious art treasures.

Shopping Selection
1. Getreidegasse - The city's main shopping thoroughfare is particularly well served with sports shops as well as traditional fashion outlets.
2. Residenzplatz - Curios and all manner of intriguing treasures are likely to be discovered in this pedestrian site of the Old Town.
3. Griegasse - Home to the lavish Sporting Goods Dschulnigg where HM Queen Elizabeth II has been photographed with Prince Philip on a shopping expedition.

That's Entertainment
1. Festspielhaus - Divided into two houses, this grand festival hall hosts all the premier ballet, opera and musical events.
2. Salzburger Schlosskonzerte - The best in ensemble playing housed in Schloss Mirabell.
3. Salzburger Landestheater - Opera and operettas are held here from September until June.
4. Salzburg Music Festival - World famous annual event that takes place in August and more often than not necessitates buying tickets in advance.
5. Disco Seven - Dance the night away in this unusual venue carved into a mountain.

Essential Info
Currency - The Austrian Schilling (AS) divided into 100 groschen. There are approximately 13 schilling to the dollar and the euro, 20 to the pound sterling.

Weather - Summers are warm though winters can be bitterly cold. Average temperatures in June are 23 C.

Airports - Salzburg Airport (4km West of the city) Buses leave from the airport to the city's main station, the Sudtirolerplatz every 15 minutes, journey time is 20 minutes. Taxis are few and far between particularly during festival time so it's best to phone on arrival at the airport.

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