Stroll Through Salzburg’s Old Town

A casual walk through the city’s Old Town is something you’ve absolutely got to do during your visit. Also known as Altstadt, Salzburg Old Town is one of the largest and most monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites on the planet. This part of the city boasts many of the best sights in Salzburg, including the fortress, cathedral, DomQuartier, Haus der Natur, Mozart’s birthplace, and Panorama Museum. There’s also a never-ending choice of cafes, bars, restaurants, and boutiques that you can pop into when you need a break from all the sightseeing.

If you prefer to take things at a more leisurely place, Old Town is ideal for just wandering and seeing where you end up. Here you can stroll between Medieval and Baroque architecture, following winding side streets and discovering beautifully designed courtyards. The narrow passages, known as Durchhäuser, provide an excellent place for a wonderful walk. Located between Universitätsplatz and Getreidegasse, these paths will take you past ancient merchant houses, some of which date back to the 15th century!