AUSTRIA

The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This may help in planning on the logistics (travel and accommodation) of your journey.


SALZBURG (SZG)

Salzburg, a fairy-tale city in western Austria, is globally celebrated as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the iconic setting for The Sound of Music. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Eastern Alps, the city is bisected by the Salzach River. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town showcases stunning Baroque architecture, including the grand Salzburg Cathedral and the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress, which perches atop Festungsberg hill offering panoramic views. From the manicured gardens of Mirabell Palace to its world-class classical music festivals, Salzburg effortlessly blends rich artistic heritage, alpine beauty, and timeless European elegance.


VIENNA (VIE)

Vienna, the grand capital of Austria, is an opulent masterpiece of imperial history and unparalleled musical legacy cradled by the Danube River. Once the epicentre of the powerful Habsburg Empire, the city’s heart is defined by architectural marvels, from the sprawling Hofburg and Schönbrunn palaces to the towering Gothic spires of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. As the historic home of Mozart and Beethoven, Vienna resonates with world-class opera and classical concerts. Beyond its majestic Ringstraße boulevard, the city invites travelers to slow down and savor its legendary coffee house culture over a slice of Sachertorte.


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Hallstadt (Alessio Battistella, Flickr/CC BY-SA 2.0).


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