- Stroll through the colourful Mirabell Gardens
- See Mozart's birthplace in the historic Old Town
- Visit the impressive Dom Cathedral and Salzburg Fortress
Magnificently set below a medieval fortress, Salzburg is one of Europe’s loveliest cities and the birthplace of Mozart. On the banks of the river Salzach and surrounded by mountains, Salzburg’s picturesque and historic old city is a recognised World Heritage site. On the bank of the river between the Mönchsberg and Festungsberg lie a maze of narrow cobbled streets, arcaded courtyards and grand tall houses contrasting beautifully with the Cathedral and Residenz Palace from the Baroque, Rococo and Neo-Classical periods. Art galleries, gardens and museums are plentiful and the city’s premier event, the Salzburg Music Festival takes place every year in August.
A summer holiday in Salzburg: blooming gardens and famous sights
Check out the Mirabell Palace and Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg’s most popular attraction renowned for its appearance in the film “The Sound of Music.” You will notice the spectacular flower beds organised in colourful and unique patterns, intertwining with one another alongside wide sandy-coloured tracks. Immerse yourself in the history of the area with statues, water fountains and incredible old-style buildings that hold many stories from the past. Step into the characteristic world of historic townscape through interactive exhibitions and guided tours.
Visit Salzburg: a city for families
Being a compact city means you can cover an abundance of things to do all within a brief timeframe. Enjoy a family city-bike ride and garden picnic on a sunny day, or keep cool inside at the Toy or Aviation Museum. Along the Salzach River you’ll come across the 7,000-square-metre natural history and technology museum, providing engaging adventures for all ages including a life-sized dinosaur showcase and a solar-system planet discovery exhibition. Just south of the city centre you will find the Hellbrunn Palace and Trick Fountains, a 400-year-old enchanted grounds area with lots of surprises in store, perfect for keeping the little ones amused and refreshed. Both adults and children alike can burn some energy at the Freilicht Museum gardens, a huge outdoor complex of 100 old farmhouses and authentic buildings with a fun heritage railway too.
Salzburg city strolls
There are a wealth of walks in and around the city. Perhaps you’d like to take it easy down the narrow streets as you browse the shops. Or, maybe you want to get the steps in on the Mönchsberg, one of five mountains in the city of Salzburg. Enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town along the city walk over the Kapuzinerberg, a four-kilometre trail sure to not disappoint. Take to the other three mountains, being the Festunsberg, Gaisberg and Untersberg for unbeatable sights, trails and environments. Salzburg city has it all, so set your pace and explore the listed UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997.
Why book a summer holiday in Salzburg with Inghams?
At Inghams, we do walking holidays differently. With no fixed itinerary, you have more time at your destination and the freedom to walk as much or as little as you like, discovering some of Salzburg’s best walking routes and activities at your own pace.
With 90 years of outdoor travel experience, our holiday packages to Salzburg include flights, transfers, and accommodation, so you can relax and leave the small details to us. Our experts can help you choose the best holiday for you, and our team overseas can give you the inside scoop on how to spend your time away with us.
