Hohensalzburg fortress over the old town at sunrise

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Mountains from Salzburg
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Alpine Foothills: How do you get to the Mountains from Salzburg?

Salzburg is often associated with a romantic idea of mountains. In the Sound of Music film, for example, it also looks as if there are mountains in the center of Salzburg. While there are mountains in the city of Salzburg, these mountains are not the alps and would rather be called hills by us locals.…

munich rathaus
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Getting from Munich to Salzburg (including from Munich Airport)

The distance between Munich and Salzburg is 145 kilometers (90 miles) which is shorter than the distance between Salzburg and the Austrian capital Vienna. Therefore, Munich is not only a popular place to visit on the way to and from Salzburg but Munich is also the closest international airport. In this article, you will find…

salzburg cathedral organ and ceiling paintings
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Salzburger Dom: The Unofficial Guide to the Salzburg Cathedral

The Salzburg Cathedral, besides the Hohensalzburg Fortress, is the landmark of the city of Salzburg. Together with the fortress and Mirabell, the Salzburg Cathedral is one of the top 3 sights in Salzburg. A long time ago I published an article on the Free Walking Tour Salzburg's Blog titled "why the Salzburg Cathedral is a…

enjoying the untersberg view
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Salzburg’s Surroundings: Top 7 Places to Visit Near Salzburg

Salzburg is a gem of a city. It is not only rich in history and art but also surrounded by beautiful scenery. This makes it an ideal base for day trips. The 3 Best Day Trips from Salzburg include the Lake District, Berchtesgaden, and the Eagles Nest, as well as the Ice Caves in Werfen.  But…

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