Austria

Salzburgerland

Salzburgerland is one of the most striking regions in Austria with its mountains, green meadows, lakes, streams and waterfalls. As its name implies, the prime source of income in the region was originally salt, a highly valuable substance in medieval times, but today tourism and music have taken over.

The city of Salzburg itself is surrounded by spectacular scenery and divided by the River Salzach. On one bank lies the Italianate 'Old City' with its maze of tiny streets and picturesque corners and on the other, the 'New City'. Mozart's connection with Salzburg is well known and both his birthplace at 9 Getreidegasse (Salzburg's most famous shopping street) and his later residence in the Makartplatz are open to visitors.