Salzburg is one of the most popular tourist cities in Austria, which is located a little north of the Alps. Sometimes it is also called the "city of students" - there are three universities. Salzburg is also known for the fact that the great Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born here. The city is the historical center of Austria.
How to get to the city
Those who would like to see the sights of Salzburg in one day can reach the city either by public transport or by car. The city is located near the border with Germany. Since Austria is part of the European Union, this border is formal in nature, and it can be crossed without hindrance. Buses from the largest cities of the country, as well as from neighboring countries, come to the bus station of the city every hour. Well developed and railway transport. By high-speed train, you can quickly get to Vienna and other cities - Rome, Berlin, Prague. Salzburg Airport, one of the largest in all of Austria, is a 20-minute drive from the historic center.
The largest Salzburg is 4th among all Austrian cities. However, every year the flow of visitors is growing. Walking through the streets of the city, you can see a large number of churches. Often, in travel guides, Salzburg is referred to as "German Rome." In order to see all the best sights of Salzburg, it is not enough to read reviews of tourists. You need to independently or with the help of a guide draw up a route of places that are worth visiting. It is also necessary to choose a good hotel, from where you can explore the main historical places. If the purpose of the tourist is to visit architectural monuments, then it is worth taking a closer look at the hotels in the city center.
Mozart Museum
Those who would like to visit as many sights of Salzburg as possible in one day in winter, it is better to focus on museums. For example, the famous Mozart Museum. It is located on Domgasse street. The great composer lived in this house from 1784 to 1787. Mozart's residence can be called truly luxurious - there are as many as four rooms, as well as two rooms and a kitchen.
It is known that the great composer tended to demonstrate luxury throughout his life - shoes with buckles were a real necessity. In the house where the museum is located, Mozart spent his happiest years. He was surrounded by friends, received many invitations to give concerts in the richest houses of the local nobility. Many great works were created in this house, for example, the famous opera Figaro.
Mirabell Castle
To bring home worthy photos of the sights of Salzburg, you should definitely visit Mirabell Castle. It is located on the other side of the Salzach River, about 1 km north of the Hohensalzburg Castle.
Initially, it was the property of the unofficial wife of Archbishop Salmee Alt, who bore him 15 children. However, after a short time, Alt was deposed, in his place came Prince Zittikus, who took the mansion from the bishop. It was during the reign of Zittikus that the castle got its name “Mirabelle” (“beautiful”).
Of particular interest in the decoration of the castle is the marble staircase, on which are the figures of angels. It is also worth visiting the Marble Hall, where Mozart himself gave concerts. Nowadays, concerts and weddings are often held there. It is interesting that it was in this hall in 1944 that the wedding of Eva Brown, Hitler's civil wife, took place.
Castle garden
It is impossible to visit all the sights of Salzburg in Austria in one day. For example, to go around the territory of Mirabell Palace, it will take at least about 2-3 hours. After all, it is surrounded by a lush garden, decorated with numerous sculptures of characters from ancient myths. A separate part is reserved for the “Garden of Dwarfs” - here you can see funny figures. The building of the greenhouse now houses the Baroque Museum. Currently, these gardens are very popular among guests of Salzburg.
Franciscan Church
It is difficult to see the sights of Salzburg in one day. The walking route for those tourists who would like to see as many new places as possible should definitely include churches. The oldest of them is the Franciscan Church - one of the oldest in the whole city. It has been on this site since the VIII century. Until 1635, the building served as the parish church of the Virgin Mary. Then the temple was demolished, and in 1866 it was rebuilt again. The church interior was redone in the Baroque style in the 18th century. Now the Franciscan church attracts tourists with its unique blend of several architectural styles. Inside the building you can still see the marble lion of the XII century.
Collegienkirche
The magnificent church was built between 1694 and 1707. From the very day of its foundation, the temple has become the standard of Baroque architectural style. Four separate chapels were built for the University of Benedictine and symbolized four faculties. The interior of the church is painted in an abstract style, with the help of which the interior space is visually increased. They say that Mozart himself was struck by the beauty of the Kollegienkirche. The great musician did not stint and specially wrote several works for Mass, which until now have been held in a traditional Catholic rhythm.
Mount Kapuzinerberg
Located in the very center of Salzburg. It is an ennobled park. At the top of the mountain is an observation deck from where you can admire the landscapes of the city. Unfortunately, there are no escalators in the park. The climb can be difficult - the height is 700 m. However, climbing the stairs, you can first see a bust of Mozart, and then biblical scenes carved in stone from the life of Christ. Well-trodden paths will not let you get lost in the forest. About a dozen wild goats live here, but they do not catch the eye of people walking in the park.
Hohenwerfen
Those who would like to visit the sights of Salzburg in one day should definitely visit one of the most picturesque Austrian castles called Hohenwerfen. It rises majestically above the Salzach River, on a site that used to be strategically important for land defense. The castle was built in the XI century to protect the possessions of Archbishop Herbahd of Salzburg.
The castle is located 40 km from the city. You can get to it in 20 minutes. For a long time Hohenverfen served as a defensive structure, but during one of the uprisings it was completely destroyed. Then the rebellion was crushed. Those peasants who destroyed Hohenwerfen, as a punishment, had to restore it. At the beginning of the 16th century, additional structures were built - turrets, bastions, and also external walls. Inside the castle is the chapel of St. Sigismund. It was reconstructed in the Gothic style. Hohenwerfen was rebuilt several times after reconstruction until it regained its modern look.
Castle today
When the Napoleonic wars began, the history of the Principality of Salzburg came to an end. At the beginning of the 19th century, Salzburg became part of Austria. The artillery guns accumulated over a long time were transferred to the possession of France. Hohenwerfen himself wanted to destroy, but King Franz II ordered that he be saved. The castle is currently open to the public. On its territory there are museums - local history, folklore, falconry museum. Those planning to visit the main sights of Salzburg in one day can use the funicular. So you can reach the castle faster and save power. But you can reach the castle on top of the mountain on foot. The most convenient way to get to the castle is by S-Bahn train.
Hohensalzburg
Tourists who want to visit as many Salzburg sights as possible in one day should definitely visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress. It is located on the top of the Mönchsberg mountain. This is the largest fortification that has been preserved in Europe since the Middle Ages. The fortress is a symbol of Salzburg, and every year thousands of tourists come here. The modern look of the castle of Hohensalzburg was given by Archbishop L. von Koichach. At first, the fortress was used as a defensive structure. Throughout its history, none of the attackers were able to conquer the structure.
The fortress is open to visitors all year round. Since 1982, you can climb here not only on foot, but also on convenient funiculars that depart from Festungsgasse street. Visitors should visit the Princely Chambers, the Fortress Museum, the Museum of Puppets. The fortress, whose history spans over nine centuries, is also the venue for Salzburg concerts. On Sundays at 11:45 a solemn procession with playing musical instruments is arranged on its territory. The sound of fanfare is heard throughout the Old Town.
What else to see in the city
For sightseeing in Salzburg in one day, the walking route can be approximately as follows: The old part of the city - Central square - Mozart's birthplace - Hohensalzburg fortress - Museum of modern art. Those who wish can also visit the Salzburg Zoo. It created special zones for animals, where their living conditions are as close as possible to natural. For example, a special space has been made for rhinos and antelopes, which is called the African Savannah.
A one-day walk through the sights of Salzburg must also include a visit to the Mozart Monument. An unusual detail of the monument will surely attract the attention of city guests: instead of the usual pen, the composer has something like a pen or pencil in his hands. Not far from the monument to Mozart is the coffee house of the same name.
Places for different categories of tourists
You can also visit the Nature House - one of the largest aquariums in all of Europe. In it you can admire the underwater world, for which more than 40 pools have been built. Colorful reef fish live separately from reef sharks. Photos and descriptions of Salzburg sights can be found on the Internet, however, each tourist is better to build an individual route and visit the most interesting places for themselves. Beer lovers will love Stiegl, a private brewery. Here you can watch the creation of one of the most popular drinks in Austria, and then try the best sorts of freshly brewed beer. Young tourists usually do not like visiting museums, but they will definitely like the Toy House. In this museum you can not only hear the history of the most popular toys, but also play with new ones.
City atmosphere
Photos of the sights of Salzburg will not be able to convey the unique atmosphere that prevails in the city. Located on the central square of the city of Residenzplatz, you can go back to the eighteenth century. The 35 bells of the Bishop's Residences give the area a special charm. Even if you try to explore famous places in Salzburg in one day, photos of the sights will leave the best memories of this trip. It is unlikely that there will be such a travel lover who would not want to return here for a longer period. For many tourists, Austria has become one of the favorite places of cultural recreation.
If you don’t have enough time to explore all the sights of Salzburg in a day, you can rent a bicycle. In total, about three dozen bicycle routes were laid in the city.
Bike rental is available at 10 stations. Sometimes Salzburg is called the "bicycle" capital of Austria. The rental price per day is about 40 euros.