After a stint as a military barracks, Hohensalzburg Fortress was opened to the public in the 1860s by Emperor Franz Josef. Gretchen Strauch / Courtesy of Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door ...

Never conquered by enemy troops, Festung Hohensalzburg opened to the public in the late 19th century. It was originally built in 1077 in preparation for a conflict between Pope Gregor VII and Emperor ...

Why visit Salzburg? For 70 per cent of visitors to Austria’s fourth-largest city, the answer is simple: The Sound of Music. Much of the 1965 classic was filmed in or near here, and each year, ...

If you’ve ever dreamed of strolling through a city steeped in musical history, nestled against a backdrop of stunning Alpine scenery, then Salzburg is your go-to destination. With a mere 48 hours at ...

Nestled in the Austrian Alps, the city of Mozart weaves a rich musical legacy with unique events, a thriving food and drink scene and plenty of opportunities for outdoor exploration. Salzburg is one ...

Open-air theater with an imposing backdrop: the Salzburg Festival shifted into gear on July 19 with the performance of "Jedermann." More superlative performances follow, up to the finale on August 31.

It’s not every day that someone sets out to create a cozy yet minimalist home out of an ancient Austrian defensive tower, built in the 12th century to house gunpowder stores for a nearby castle. “It ...