Explore enchanting Austrian city Salzburg, home to The Sound of Music
YOU might not be able to travel far right now . . . but that need not stop you planning your next holiday. So why not expand your bucket list
Our new series picks out favourite destinations around the world and focuses on the things that make them truly special. Today’s dream destination is Salzburg in Austria.
THE CLASSIC SIGHT
From the old town, an adorably cute funicular railway leads up to the Hohensalzburg fortress.
This giant beast of a castle is effectively a village in its own right.
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No one wants an open-air pool in the middle of winter, so the pool area of the massive Volksgarten park has been given over to ice skaters.
Two skating circuits and another two ice paths have been constructed for anyone wanting to play at being Torvill and Dean.
THE FUN NEIGHBOURHOOD
Next to the Salzach River, low-key Mulln offers a collection of multicultural restaurants.
But the real star of the show is the enormous Augustiner Braustubl.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
From the Hohensalzburg fortress, the walk across the Monchsberg hill is delightfully peaceful.
Woodland, old ruins and prime views out over the city come together until you reach the Museum der Moderne.
WITH THE KIDS
Just out of town in Bad Durrnberg, the Salzwelten salt mine has been operating for 2,500 years.
ONE MORE TREAT
Salzburg’s old town is brimming with public art.
You can often find something impressive by walking down a narrow lane and peering behind a gate.
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