Salzburg Beyond the City Limits
Salzburg as a destination can be a wonderful place to spend time at – even for weeks. However, most visitors find that the main attractions can be explored in one to three days.
In case that you are staying for a bit longer, it might be worth thinking about sights beyond
the city. The scenic lakes of the Salzkammergut are nearby, and hikes in the Alps can be both soothing and exciting. This page of should present the editors' choice of the best trips into the near surroundings of
the Mozartstadt!
Introduction to the Salzburgerland Province
North of the
Salzburgerland: Salzburg, Flachgau, Tennengau
South of the Salzburgerland:
Pongau, Lungau, Pinzgau
Destinations near Salzburg
Salzkammergut
Famous for scenery: Mountains, lakes and picturesque towns, the Lake
District of the Salzkammergut is a must-go.
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Fuschl & Lake Fuschlsee
The clearest lake of Austria, Lake Fuschlsee is Salzburg's largest
freshwater reservoir. Fuschl is a great base for hiking.
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Maria Plain: Church of Pilgrimage
A church of pilgrimage and a Baroque gem in the outskirts of the city. Easily
accessible by public bus, Maria Plain is the ideal destination for a quick trip. ::more
Kleßheim Castle
A
Baroque castle near the city that now hosts a Casino - see
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section!
Liefering Parish Church
A mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque art accumulates to this remarkable
church North of the city. Easy to get to - by car or public bus. ::more
Glasenbachklamm: Hiking among Fossils
Going by city bus only doesn't keep you from proper hiking: The
Glasenbachklamm Canyon is a beautiful piece of wilderness just outside of
the city and a geological adventure.
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Hellbrunnerallee Rambling
Stroll where Fräulein Maria danced in
"The Sound of Music". There are
also some unique sights, find ::more on
it in our "sights" section.
Mount Untersberg
The mighty Untersberg was not only one of Hitler's favourite regions, but
also a centre for pagan worship for millennia - today, it's a top-destination
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Mount Gaisberg
The "balcony of Salzburg" offers a panorama road to the mountain top and some
of the best views over the valley.
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Daytrips: A bit Further from Salzburg
Lake Königssee
One of Bavaria's ultimate highlights, the scenic Lake Königssee is
surrounded by the Alps of the National Park Berchtesgaden.
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Eagle's Nest - Kehlsteinhaus
Once the present of the Nazi Party for Hitler's 50th birthday, the
Kehlsteinhaus or Eagle's nest is a top-attraction.
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Obertauern Ski Resort
One of Salzburg's most popular skiing areas: Obertauern excites children
and young party crowds alike.
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Saalbach-Hinterglemm
Ski Resort
Once the site of a world championship, Saalbach-Hinterglemm is an
apres-ski party town popular with skiing beginners.
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Bad Gastein & Gasteinertal
The spa town of Bad Gastein is famous for its prettiness, its casino and
thermal spa with radon springs.
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Kaprun Dams & Reservoir
Originally built by the Nazis to fuel a powerplant, the Kaprun dams and
reservoirs are still providing energy and scenery.
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Burg Hohenwerfen Fortress
A mighty fortress to secure Salzberg from the South - today Burg Hohenwerfen
is famous for its displays on birds of prey.
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Burg Mauterndorf
A forgotten castle in the mountains with many exciting stories to tell - if
you are driving to the South of Salzburg, stop by!
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Eisriesenwelt Ice Caves Werfen
The longest ice cave in the World takes you to the underground of Austria,
using historic lamps to explore beautifully bizarre ice-formations.
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Hallein & the Salt Mines Adventure
One of the best day-trips easily done: The Salt Mines of Hallein are great fun and a unique sight in Austria.
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National Park Hohe
Tauern
One of the biggest national parks in Europe, the Hohe Tauern introduce you to
alpine wilderness in the heart of Austria - ideal for hiking, climbing or
enjoying nature. ::more
Freilichtmuseum: Folklore Museum Großgmain
Centuries of rural heritage from all over the province of Salzburg was
collected and newly arranged in this remarkable folk museum.
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Großglockner Hochalpenstraße:
The Roof of Austria
The Großglockner is the highest mountain of Austria, 3789 metres, and
situated next to Austria's longest glacier - even better, a wide road leads you
up to this top-attraction without much hassle!
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Silent Night Chapel Oberndorf
The place of origin of the famous Christmas Carol "Silent Night, Holy Night"
hosts a museum now and a chapel that commemorates the story of the song.
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Nice Places Further Away (stop-over or
2-day-trips)
Krimml waterfalls & Water Wonder World
The highest waterfalls of Austria are supplemented with a museum dedicated to
one of Salzburg's most valuable treasures: water.
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Medieval Innsbruck
The capital of Tyrol with its charming medieval city centre and stunning
alpine surroundings is easily accessible.
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Off to Germany: Munich
Only a bit more than an hour by train, you will find the city of the
Oktoberfest, pretzels and beer - Munich is at the heart of Bavaria.
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Linz, the Heart of Upper Austria
Once a industrial place, Linz has shed over the last decade and is a vibrant
and happening place with many museums and a lively art-scene.
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Hallstatt: Cradle of Austria
The beginning at the end: The city that gave its name to the Hallstatt
culture is in one of Austria's most beautiful areas and fully deserves its
status as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Don't miss on that one for the
complete Austria-experience! ::more
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