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Discover the province of Salzburg, with the famous capital, those bustling ski resorts, quiet parks and nature reserves and the traditional country valleys and villages.

Advent Magic at Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg

Advent Magic in Hellbrunn Palace

On 7th November 2022 By Steve In Salzburg, Things To Do

Visitors to the Hellbrunn Advent Magic in Salzburg can expect a particularly romantic setting from 17 November to 24 December 2022. The entire area with its market stands is lit up by fairy lights and …

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White-water rafting on the Saalach river near Lofer

White-Water Rafting in Lofer

On 27th April 2022 By Steve In Salzburg

The river Saalach near Lofer is wild and turbulent, perfect for a rafting trip. But those who have never tried it before should not be too intimidated by the white water and the waves Beginners …

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View over Saalfelden in the province of Salzburg

Hermitage Hike above Saalfelden

On 5th April 2022 By Steve In Salzburg

A beautiful hike, wonderful views and perhaps even a conversation with a hermit can be combined in Saalfelden-Leogang in SalzburgerLand. A bright white chapel nestles picturesquely against the rock north of Saalfelden, above Lichtenfels Castle …

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The Felsentherme thermal baths in Bad Gastein

Thermal Baths in the Gastein Valley

On 8th January 2022 By Steve In Salzburg

The Gastein valley in the SalzburgerLand is one of the most traditional health destinations in Austria. The valley is best known for its therapeutic thermal waters. Literary figures, composers, aristocrats and bourgeoisie or anyone else …

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The Helix steps at the Liechtensteinklamm near St Johann im Pongau

The Liechtenstein Gorge

On 15th July 2021 By Steve In Salzburg

The Liechtensteinklamm is an impressive gorge near St. Johann im Pongau. Rock faces up to 300 metres high tower above walkers while the waterfalls and the mountain stream appear in all shades of green and …

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View from one the Salzburg city hills

Salzburg City Hiking

On 22nd June 2021 By Steve In Salzburg

City hiking to the Mönchsberg, Kapuzinerberg or Festungsberg? If you want to view Salzburg from above and are looking for peace and quiet, it’s best to walk up to one of the three hills within …

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The Salzburg cycle path along the Salzach

Cycling around Salzburg

On 9th June 2021 By Steve In Salzburg

The 24-kilometre cycle path through Salzburg runs mainly along the river Salzach and offers great views of some of the major sights in the city. Biking the full trail, which the city authorities market as …

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View of Salzburg old town above the Salzach river

Salzburg’s Panorama Museum

On 19th February 2021 By Steve In Salzburg

If the spring weather is not co-operating, you can still enjoy the landscape around Salzburg in a more visual way with a visit to the Panorama Museum. The museum in the middle of the city …

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The Origins of ‘Silent Night’

On 12th November 2020 By Steve In Salzburg, Tyrol, Upper Austria

The popularity of ‘Silent Night’ as a Christmas carol spread around the world in the 19th century from its origins in the villages of Austria. We take a closer look at the people and places …

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Wolfgangsee – Lake Wolfgang

On 8th October 2020 By Steve In Salzburg, Upper Austria

Last updated on May 1st, 2022 at 12:22 pmSt Wolfgang and the Wolfgangsee are a favourite destinations for visitors to the Salzburg area. The Schafberg mountain railway attracts visitors eager to take the steam train …

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