Experience Advent in the town of Mozart and the birthplace of the world-famous carol “Silent Night, Holy Night”. Stroll across the Christmas markets and sample freshly baked pastries, mulled wine, and gingerbread and listen to Austrian Christmas music.
Several Christmas markets give Salzburg a unique flair during Advent. All offer local specialties like Stollen, sweet fruit bread with rich ingredients like nuts, marzipan, and spices or freshly roasted chestnuts as well as mulled wine and alcohol-free mulled apple juice.
1. Cathedral Square
Dating back to 1491 this Christmas market in Salzburg is one of the oldest in Europe. With its fortress towering high over the city and the cathedral in the background, the market stalls dot the romantic square. Add to that live concerts, dance, and stunning nativity sets and you will experience Salzburg at its most enchanting time.
2. Fortress Hohensalzburg
More than 100 illuminated Moravian stars flood the castle grounds and courtyard with festive light. This Christmas market in Salzburg is not only its highest but also great fun for the whole family. Whilst the parents can sip mulled wine, the children can bake, under supervision cookies or create Christmas cards.
3. Mirabell Square
Just a few minutes walk away from the train station and with Mirabell Palace as its gorgeous backdrop, this small Christmas market captives the season's spirit perfectly. As it is fitting for such a musical town like Salzburg, concerts are part of the entertaining program. Apart from seasonal delicatessen like bake apples, you find here also a wide selection of handcrafted gifts like hand-painted Christmas baubles.
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Best Holiday Shopping Areas in Salzburg
Salzburg is ideal to bring home unusual Christmas gifts such as wooden carved nativity sets or a traditional costume. Browsing through the many music shops in town, you can also discover rare gems of the traditional Austrian folk songs called yodeling.
1. Old Town
Enjoy the cozy ambiance of the small shops in the Linzergasse and Getreidegasse. Here you can find shops selling classic dirndls dresses, handmade toys, fashion accessories by local designers, as well as international fashion labels.
2. Europark
A modern shopping mall right in the city center with more than 120 shops. A good place to buy sweet gifts like Mozartkugeln, filled chocolate candy, or some of the local liquors like Mirabellenschnaps. The book and music shops are also great places to find that special gift for a loved one.
3. Designer Outlet
If you are a fashion aficionado or know one, a trip to this fashion outlet is a must. Situated near the airport it is easily reached by public transport and you can find here famous labels like Boss or Lagerfeld at great prices.
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The average price for a vacation home in Salzburg is between $110 and $140 per night.
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