Why visit
Salzburg is Mozart's birthplace, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Gardens, and a summer festival (Festspiele) that's one of Europe's oldest and most prestigious.
Austria at a glance
Country center
47.3°, 13.3°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
83,871 km²
32,383 mi²
Country population
9.0 million
107/km²
Subregion
Central Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+43
Language
Austro-Bavarian German
Demonym
Austrian
Internet
.at
UN
Member state
ISO code
AT / AUT
Where in the world
47.3° · 13.3°
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Did you know
- Salzburg was Mozart's birthplace in 1756; Mozartkugeln chocolates, born here in 1890, are still handmade to the original recipe.
- "The Sound of Music" was filmed around Salzburg in 1964; the Mirabell Gardens and Leopoldskron Palace are iconic settings.
- Salzburg's Hohensalzburg Fortress (1077) is one of the largest fully preserved castles in Europe.
- Austria's capital Vienna has ranked as the world's "most livable city" in multiple recent Mercer / Economist surveys.
- The Austrian flag is one of the oldest national flags still in use (dates to 1230).
Bordering Austria
Traveler notes
- Mozart Birthplace and Residence tickets
- Sound of Music tour is as cheesy as you'd fear
- Salzkammergut lake district day-trip
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Frequently asked about Salzburg
What currency is used in Salzburg?
Salzburg uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Austria?
The primary language is Austro-Bavarian German.
What is the international calling code for Austria?
The calling code is +43.
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