This gorgeous royal residence in Berchtesgaden sports a facade that blends diverse architectural styles such as Rococo, Baroque, Romanesque and even Gothic. Known as the Berchtesgaden Castle, or Königliches Schloss Berchtesgaden, this elegant structure, dating back to the 12th century, has been modified and restructured several times over the years. It has served as a monastery as well as a royal hunting lodge and residence.
Berchtesgaden is often associated with salt mines and hence a visit to this municipality is incomplete without seeing the famous Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden (Saltmine Berchtesgaden), noted for its guided tours for children, adults, and groups where visitors can understand the history of salt mining. You can visit its underground sites in a thrilling journey encompassing the Treasure Vault, Salt Cathedral, Mirror Lake, and Reichenbach Pump.
Among the largest of Salzburg's magnificent churches, the splendid Salzburg Cathedral serves as the backdrop for the annual Jedermann Festival. The first church to be erected on the site dates back to the latter part of the 8th-century and was dedicated to St. Virgil and St. Rupert. The building that we see today is the third avatar of the original structure and was erected sometime between 1620 to 1628 by the acclaimed architect Santino Solari. The church witnessed its moment of glory when it was consecrated by Archbishop Paris Lodron during the tense spell of the Thirty Years' War. The cathedral can be seen from many points in the city, which makes it an unmissable sight in Salzburg.
The undefeated Hohensalzburg Fortress is the defining feature of Salzburg's skyline, towering high above the Old Town on its lofty perch atop the Mönchsberg. Originally constructed in 1077 by Archbishop Gebhard, the castle was expanded over the years, taking its current form in the year 1500 under the guidance of Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach. Built to monumental proportions, the castle is one of Europe's largest Medieval structures, its sprawling embrace a cornucopia of Medieval artistic and architectural riches. The State Rooms and Princely Chambers are the most lavishly adorned, closely followed by the Chapel of Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach. Today, the castle houses the Museum of the Rainer Regiment, the Fortress Museum and the Marionette Museum, and hosts the annual Salzburg Fortress Concerts amid the mount's ancient trees. Multimedia displays and interactive experiences bring the Medieval Era alive at the Hohensalzburg Fortress, historic Salzburg's crowning glory.
The largest private brewery in Austria, Stiegl, has opened an extremely interesting and informative museum centered around the history and development of beer. At Stiegl-Brauwelt, you can marvel at old machinery that was used for the production of beer in former times. After you have learned more about the production and the ingredients of beer, you can settle down in the "Braustube" for a meal and a beer straight from the tap. A more complete picture of Austrian beer culture can hardly be painted. Included in the admission fee are two beers, a pretzel and a small gift. Please check the website for the timings.
An enduring landmark which offers an insight into the town's salt mining industry, Alte Saline is a historic saline plant which illuminates the significance of salt, its production, and its development among other factors. Set amid lush green courtyards dotted with trees and a large fountain, the monument is an important part of the town's heritage and history. Group tours and guided tours are provided regularly and interested visitors can explore the fascinating complex which also features a salt shop and a salt museum.
Neue Residenz stands overlooking most of the ancient, architectural marvels of the old town of Salzburg but it still stands apart as a striking construction of the city. This magnificent building saw the reign of four Archbishops but it owes its design and planning to Wolf Dietrich. The building is a 16th-century construction which was then used as a guest house featuring a library and stately rooms, in addition to the Salzburg Glockenspiel. It also is an address to the famous Salzburg Museum. Today, Neue Residenz is a functional event venue popular for concerts and other cultural gatherings.
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Among the largest of Salzburg's magnificent churches, the splendid Salzburg Cathedral serves as the backdrop for the annual Jedermann Festival. The first church to be erected on the site dates back to the latter part of the 8th-century and was dedicated to St. Virgil and St. Rupert. The building that we see today is the third avatar of the original structure and was erected sometime between 1620 to 1628 by the acclaimed architect Santino Solari. The church witnessed its moment of glory when it was consecrated by Archbishop Paris Lodron during the tense spell of the Thirty Years' War. The cathedral can be seen from many points in the city, which makes it an unmissable sight in Salzburg.
The undefeated Hohensalzburg Fortress is the defining feature of Salzburg's skyline, towering high above the Old Town on its lofty perch atop the Mönchsberg. Originally constructed in 1077 by Archbishop Gebhard, the castle was expanded over the years, taking its current form in the year 1500 under the guidance of Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach. Built to monumental proportions, the castle is one of Europe's largest Medieval structures, its sprawling embrace a cornucopia of Medieval artistic and architectural riches. The State Rooms and Princely Chambers are the most lavishly adorned, closely followed by the Chapel of Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach. Today, the castle houses the Museum of the Rainer Regiment, the Fortress Museum and the Marionette Museum, and hosts the annual Salzburg Fortress Concerts amid the mount's ancient trees. Multimedia displays and interactive experiences bring the Medieval Era alive at the Hohensalzburg Fortress, historic Salzburg's crowning glory.
Salzburg Panorama Tours offers The Original Sound of Music Tour. This was the company that organized the film crew's transport during filming in 1965. You can choose from a number of tours in and around Salzburg and you can actually see the company's minibuses everywhere. There are tours to Bavaria, to the Salzkammergut and there is also a trip to to the Dürrnberg salt mine. If you don't have a car, a tour company like this one can let you see more of Salzburg and its surroundings. Check the website for more details about current tours.