SALZBURG - Austria Travel Guide | Around The World
Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, is a city in central Austria, near the German (Bavarian) border with a population of some 150,000 in 2013. If you have seen the movie The Sound of Music, you may think you know all there is to see in Salzburg. Admittedly, it is difficult not to spontaneously burst into song when you're walking along the Salzach River, or climbing up to the Hohensalzburg fortress which looms over the city. But there is a lot more to this compact, courtly city than Julie Andrews.
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria (after Vienna, Graz and Linz) and the capital of the federal state of Salzburg. Its Old Town, with its world famous baroque architecture, is one of the best-preserved city centers in the German-speaking world and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The name Salzburg literally means Salt Fortress, and derives its name from the barges carrying salt on the Salzach river, which were subject to a toll in the 8th century.
Traces of human settlements dating to the Neolithic Age, and later a Celtic camp, have been found in the area. Starting from 15 BC, the small communities were grouped into a single town which was named by the Romans as Juvavum. Little remains of the city from this period. The Festung Hohensalzburg, the city's fortress, was built in 1077 and expanded in the following centuries. Independence from Bavaria was secured in the late 14th century.
Salzburg was the capital of an independent state from the early 14th century until 1805. It was ruled by prince-archbishops, who became rich from the salt mines located in the south of the city. This led to the architectural gem you see today as not only materials, but also architects, were imported from Italy and other European countries. This is also the reason why, compared to other Austrian cities, sacred monuments outnumber the few secular buildings. This is how Salzburg got its nickname as the Rome of the north. Everywhere you go in this city, you see and read about the legacy of the Archbishops.
The best way to get around Salzburg is on foot. There is a network of city buses, the StadtBus, with numbers from 1 to 8 (trolleybuses) and 20-27 (diesel buses). A single trip ticket on the bus is €2.60, a single short trip ticket €1.30 (maximum 3 stops), a 24 h ticket €5.70 (from 1st Jul 2016) which covers the whole city. If you travel by bus, make sure you catch none of the last buses. They will take you several miles out of town with your only way back being on foot or by taxi. If you need to get somewhere late at night, it may be best to take a taxi.
Conveniently, bus tickets can be bought on the buses from the bus driver. However, if you have time, buy the tickets in advance at a Trafik, since they are then significantly cheaper. But you have to buy the tickets in blocks of 5, 5-single-ticket package costs €9 (means €1.8 each), 5-short-trip-ticket package costs €4.5 (means €0.9 each) and Day Ticket Single tickets is €3.7. Single tickets and 24-h Day ticket are also available from automatic machines at central bus stops.
The Lokalbahn train has a separate station under the main railway station and travels in the direction of Oberndorf and Lamprechtshausen. Tickets can be bought on the train.
Another option for exploring areas around the main city (Bad Ischl, Fuschlsee, etc.) are the Postbuses. These also leave from the main railway station; tickets can be bought from the driver.
Finally, another excellent option is renting a bike, or a Road Bike. Salzburg has over 100 km of bike paths, and using this mode of transportation is often faster than bus, car or foot. There are also excellent bike paths on either side of the river, which you can follow to either Freilassing (35 min), Oberndorf or Hallein (each about an hour away).
Having arrived at the airport (Flughafen Salzburg) it is very easy to make your way into the town centre by trolleybus or other modes of transport. Tickets for these services can be bought easily from the bus driver and you can travel from here to the Hauptbahnhof main station where you can reach many destinations, predominantly in Austria, but also across the whole of Europe.
How To Get To Hallstatt From Salzburg - Best Way By Train, Ferry, or Bus 150
A comprehensive guide on the best way to get to Hallstatt Austria by car, train, ferry, or bus 150 from Salzburg. This video covers the fastest, cheapest, and best routes along with some insider tips.
Our online companion guide for getting to Hallstatt with a detailed map of all the routes, timetables, and links to buy tickets can be found here
Hostel-Badgoisern
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Offering a terrace and views of the mountains, Hostel-Badgoisern is set in Bad Goisern in the Salzkammergut, 4 km from Lake Hallstatt. Free WiFi is available, and guests can enjoy the on-site bar featuring a flat-screen TV and a darts board you can also play Pool billiard.Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including skiing, cycling and hiking. The hostel also offers bike. (at the bike shop, for rent)In winter, a heated ski storage room is available, and the stop of a free ski bus to the Gosau Ski Area is only a 5-minute walk away. It is quite easy to go with bus or train to visit Hallstatt (only 15 minuts) or to visit fivefinger. The bus station 3 minutes walking, Train station 4 minutes walking. The nearest airport is Salzburg W. A. Mozart Airport, 49 km from Hostel Bad Goisern. Several restaurants and a grocery shop are within a 2-minute walk.Hostel-Badgoisern offers bunk beds in a mixed dormitory 2 rooms (6 bed and 4 bed) which is heated in winter. Bathrooms are located on the corridor. Bed linen and towels are provided. On request and at a surcharge, breakfast is available every morning. The units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower and a hair dryer. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine in the shared kitchen.Hostel-Badgoisern Policies & Conditions:Cancellation policy: 24 hours before arrival.Check in from 16:00 to 23:00, early check in upon request.Check out from 05:00 to 10:00.Payment upon arrival by credit cards, debit cards. We only accept Visa, V-Pay, Mastercard, Maestro, Diners Club, Discover and American Express. This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival.Taxes not included - tourist tax 2.00 EUR per person per night.Breakfast not included.General:24 hour Reception.No curfew.Pet friendly.Child friendly.Non smoking.Luggage storage available.The maximum period of stay is of 14 days.
EMTB Tour: Ciclovia Alpe Adria Radweg 2018 - Mit dem eBike von Villach über Grado nach Triest
Mit 66 Jahren, da fängt das Leben an, wir fahren mit dem eBike und haben Spaß daran.
Alpe Adria Radtour von Villach über Grado nach Triest.
Höhenmeter:
Aufstieg 1.344 - Abstieg 1.771
Über 300km mit dem eBike von Villach nach Triest
(vom 19. bis 23. Juni 2018)
Von Triest mit der Bahn wieder zurück nach Villach.
Aufnahmen wurden mit einem Iphone 7plus in HD- Qualität erstellt.
Die Bearbeitung des Video- und Fotomaterials
erfolgte mit Windows Moviemaker.
Die Reise dauerte 5 Tage
(davon 1 Tag in Grado, wegen Schlechtwetters geblieben).
Die angegebenen Unterkunftspreise waren Buchungspreise
über Booking.com immer einen Tag vor Ankunft im jeweiligen Ort.
E- Bikes von Rieju und KTM mit 29Zoll Laufrädern mit
sogenannten „unplattbaren Reifen“ von Schwalbe und Conti. Fahrradsättel sind von Ergon.
Die Räder sind mit Bosch Performance Antrieb mit
je einem 500Wh Akku ausgestattet.
(zus. hatten wir einen 400Wh Akku als Reserve mit).
Das Gewicht der mitgenommenen Utensilien lag bei rnd. 30kg.
Wir hatten auf der Fahrt keinerlei Panne. „Gott sei Dank“
Als Navi hatten wir das berühmte Bikeline
(welches aber nur bis Grado reicht).
Das KTM Bike ist mit einem Bosch Nyon ausgestattet,
welches sich sehr bewährt hat.
Beschreibung der Route:
Die erste Nacht haben wir in der Pension Moser (18. November-Platz 8, 9500 Villach) zugebracht. Eine sehr einfache Unterkunft, aber mit einem sehr guten Frühstück.
Der Wirt hat einen sehr großen Parkplatz, auf welchem wir unser Auto eine ganz Woche parken durften. (Wir gaben ihm dafür freiwillig € 10,- als Trinkgeld).
Preis für uns Beide gemeinsam lag bei € 68,- - Ausser dem Frühstück gibt es dort nichts zu Essen.
Am ersten Tag unserer Radreise fuhren wir bis Moggio Udinese.
Dort haben wir in der Unterkunft - Locanda San Gallo (Pizzetta Sandro Pertini 2) für € 85,- inkl. Frühstück übernachtet.
Das ist wirklich zu empfeheln. Auch kocht die Chefin vorzügliche Gerichte. (wir waren auch schon ein zweites mal dort). Rad kann sicher abgestellt werden.
Die nächste Nacht verbrachten wir in der Nähe von Udine in dem Ort Buttrio bei Agriturismo il Vagabondo (Via Beltrame 18). Das war eigentlich das schönste Zimmer in einer ganz tollen Umgebung. Der Preis für Zwei lag bei € 100,- per Nacht. Dort ist auch ein eigenes Restaurant. Fahrrad ganz sicher abstellbar.
Und dann in Grado, wobei wir aus Wettergründen zwei Nächte verbrachten.
Name der Unterkunft war Tennuta Primero (in der Via Monfalcone 14) direkt am Radweg und direkt am Meer mit Schwimmingpool.
Dies ist eigentlich ein Campingplatz. Man kann aber - so haben es wir gemacht einen kleinen Bungalow mit eigener Terrasse mieten - Selbstversorger, oder im Camping- Rest. speisen. Preis für 2 Nächte waren € 212,-. Fahrrad auf unserer Terrasse unter Dach abgestellt und abgesperrt. Nach Grado mit dem Rad in ca. 10 Min., oder mit dem Taxi.
Dann am letzten Tag sind wir nach Triest gefahren. Von dort am selben Tag mit dem Zug zurück nach Villach.
Man kann aber auch den Alpe Adria Radweg bis Palmanova zurückfahren und von dort mit dem Zug nach Villach reisen.
In Grado selbst gibt es keinen Bahnhof.
Die Zeit ist reif für den reinen E-Bike Urlaub - Andreas Senger
Der internationale Provider für E-Bike Verleih berichtet über die Entwicklung der E-Bike-Vermietung als touristisches Zusatzangebot hin zum eigenen Segment E-Bike Urlaub. Daraus entstand auch das Urlaubsportal „e-bike holiday“.
Referent: Andreas Senger, GF movelo GmbH & e-bike holiday
Grillparz, Schlierbach, Kremstal, Paragleiten
Lindner Hotel & Spa - Die Wasnerin Bad Aussee, Bad Aussee, Styria - Austria (AT)
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Lindner Hotel & Spa - Die Wasnerin Bad Aussee, Bad Aussee, Styria - Austria (AT)
The Gsund Natur Hotel Die Wasnerin is a superb place to stay for both business and relaxation. The hotel is set within a 20 minute walk to the town centre and includes tennis courts, a tour desk and a golf course. Loser and Hallsttter See are within a 20 minute drive from the hotel.Amenities at the hotel include a steam room, a beauty centre and a sauna. Offering a kids pool, conference room(s) and a concierge, the hotel also has billiards and horse riding. The hotels spa includes a beauty salon, a jacuzzi and massage services. Business facilities include meeting rooms and a secretarial service.The rooms at the Gsund Natur Hotel Die Wasnerin have cable / satellite channels, a TV and a safe. Each room offers facilities such as a mini bar, a telephone and an iron. For extra comfort bathrobes are also included.The Gsund Natur Hotel Die Wasnerins bar provides a relaxing setting for an evening drink. Guests can choose to savour their breakfast in the room daily.Ruine Pflindsberg is a short drive from the Gsund Natur Hotel Die Wasnerin. The hotel is animal friendly. There is a gift shop and a news stand within the hotel building.
Hotel Features
General
Room Service, Restaurant, Pet Friendly, Disabled Access, Bar / Lounge, Non-Smoking Rooms, Mini Bar, Cable / Satellite TV, Hair Dryer, TV, Disabled Accessible Rooms, Disabled Parking, Wheel Chair Access, Bathrobes, Shower, Spa/Jetted Tub, Kids Club, Cots, Poolside Bar, Packed Lunches, Breakfast in the Room, Allergy-Free Room Available
Activities
Fitness Room/Gym, Swimming pool, Tour Desk, Massage / Beauty Centre, Tennis Courts, Golf Course, Medical Assistance Available, Sauna, Excursions, Garden, Windsurfing, Cycling, Water Activities, Billiards, Fishing, Horse Riding, Hiking, Salon, Fitness Facilities, Jacuzzi, Steam Room, Massage, Solarium, Steam Bath, Beauty Salon, Child Pool, Pool Indoor, Pool Outdoor, Games Available
Services
Business Center, Concierge, Elevator / Lift, Dry Cleaning, Babysitting / Child Services, Housekeeping, Banquet Facilities, Conference Room(s), Multilingual Staff, Safe-Deposit Box, Secretarial Service, Porters, Wake-up Service, Meeting Rooms, Laundry service, Bicycle Rental, Shops, Photocopier, Desk, Direct dial phone, Ticket Service, Facsimile, Audio/Visual Equipment, Exhibit Space, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Shoe Shine
Internet
High-speed Internet is available at this hotel. Wireless internet on site. Internet via modem/data port is available.
Parking
The hotel has free parking.
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Check-out
Prior to 12:00 PM
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