Located right next to the Salzburg Airport, Hangar-7 is by no means an ordinary hangar. In fact, this private hangar owned by Dietrich Mateschitz, founder of the energy drink company 'Red Bull', is one of Salzburg's prime attractions. Avant garde technology, passion for flying, appreciation of art, and culinary refinement come together in this fancy steel and glass structure. Besides hosting Mateschitz's private aircraft collection comprising an impressive assembly of vintage and contemporary aircrafts, Hangar-7 also houses some Red Bull Formula-1 racing cars. Two elegant bars, the Mayday and the Threesixty, the Carpe Diem Lounge and the unique fine dining restaurant, Ikarus, constitute the gastronomic space. Hangar-7 also hosts art exhibitions and is an exclusive venue for select events. It is easily accessible from the city center by bus and if you have a couple of hours of waiting time at the airport, just walk over and have a look around. Entry is free.
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 Landestheater stages elaborate productions of classic works as well as more contemporary pieces. Annual productions range from opera to ballet, musical theater and musical productions for young people. With high stucco ceilings, plush red carpets, winding staircases, stunning boxes and enormous chandeliers, the interior is exactly what one would expect from such a renowned establishment. The theater also serves as one of the venues for the Salzburg Festspiele. Check website for a complete list of events.
Situated just to the south of Schlosspark Hellbrunn, Hellbrunn Zoo contains a variety of animals from all over the world. The main attraction are the wild vultures which are free to fly around but continually return to the zoo to be fed. Another highlight is the cheetahs' feeding time, whereby the cheetahs have to catch a piece of meat being propelled along the ground at a speed of 56.32 kilometers per hour (35 miles per hour). On certain occasions the zoo is open after dawn to allow visitors to observe the nocturnal animals.
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.
Situated by the banks of the river Salzach, Schloss Mirabell is one of the finest medieval structures in the city. A classic example of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, this building is known to have been the residence of prominent aristocrats, including King Otto of Greece. The palace is surrounded by beautiful, geometrically-shaped gardens which house sculptures and statues of characters form Greek mythology.
As you meander through beautiful Market Square, there is one structure that stands out above all the rest, the Dreifaltigkeitskirche or Holy Trinity Church. Designed by the great baroque architect Fischer von Erlach, this enormous church took over 8 years to construct and is one of the most treasured religious structures in the city of Salzburg. The detailed murals and incredibly high ceilings inside the Holy Trinity Church make it a truly dramatic and romantic site.
The Hellbrunner Berg is a little hill measuring just 515 meters (1689.6 feet) in height. It is located within the property of the Hellbrun castle, and falls within the site of the Hellbrunn Zoo. The hill consists of conglomerate rocks dating all the way back to the Middle Pleistocene stage. Located close to the historic Old City and the Hellbrunn Schloss, one can stop and the look around the hill on their way to these attractions.
The Wolfgangsee lies in the Salzburg state of Austria, at an elevation of 538 meters (1765 feet). The town of St. Wolfgang, as well as the Ried and Abersee villages lie upon its shores. The area honors Saint Wolfgang, the bishop of Regensburg, who constructed a church in the region during the 10th century. The Enge Peninsula divides the lake into two parts. Because of its scenic beauty, the lake has been a site for shooting site for many movies.
Located right next to the Salzburg Airport, Hangar-7 is by no means an ordinary hangar. In fact, this private hangar owned by Dietrich Mateschitz, founder of the energy drink company 'Red Bull', is one of Salzburg's prime attractions. Avant garde technology, passion for flying, appreciation of art, and culinary refinement come together in this fancy steel and glass structure. Besides hosting Mateschitz's private aircraft collection comprising an impressive assembly of vintage and contemporary aircrafts, Hangar-7 also houses some Red Bull Formula-1 racing cars. Two elegant bars, the Mayday and the Threesixty, the Carpe Diem Lounge and the unique fine dining restaurant, Ikarus, constitute the gastronomic space. Hangar-7 also hosts art exhibitions and is an exclusive venue for select events. It is easily accessible from the city center by bus and if you have a couple of hours of waiting time at the airport, just walk over and have a look around. Entry is free.
The Festunberg lies in the Northern Limestone Alps, and more specifically the Berchtesgaden range’s northern rim. Now situated in the town of Salzburg, the mountain has evidence of settlements which date back to the Iron Age. The hill is known for the medieval castle of Hohensalzburg, which was built in the 11th Century and is the one of the largest such structures in Europe. The Nonnberg Abbey and Archbishop Gernhard’s castle are other significant structures on the hill.
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.