Sound of Music in Salzburg
How the cult film "The Sound of Music" shaped the city of Mozart
The singing Trapp family from Salzburg is known worldwide. It is therefore not surprising that, in addition to the internationally renowned film ‘The Sound of Music’, there are also matching tours and locations around the city of Salzburg. Experience the cult of the Sound of Music in the city of Salzburg and visit famous sights shown in the legendary film.
The movie "The Sound of Music" from 1965
The main character in the film The Sound of Music in Salzburg is the convent nun Maria (Julie Andrews), who leaves her order behind so that she can look after the children of the widower and Baron von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). The young lady is warmly welcomed by both the children and their father, and the Baron then marries her later in the film. However, the perfect family life is overshadowed by the Nazi regime and the annexation of Austria to the German Reich and ends with the family's successful escape to America.
The legendary musical film Sound of Music from Salzburg can be seen on television in many countries around the world. The film is particularly well known in the Anglo-American region and enjoys cult status. The Sound of Music also won 5 Oscars and was originally based on the memoirs of Maria von Trapp (born Kutschera), which became a Broadway musical and finally a film.
Famous locations from the cult film in the city of Salzburg
Although the film ‘The Sound of Music’ received little attention in Austria, it still left its mark on the city. Numerous film locations have always been real visitor magnets:
- Mirabell Gardens and Mirabell Palace
- Nonnberg Abbey in front of Hohensalzburg Fortress
- St Peter's Abbey
- Residence Square
- Herbert von Karajan Square and Horse Pond
- Felsenreitschule
- Leopoldskron Palace
- Frohnburg Castle
- Hellbrunn Palace complex
The film also shows scenery away from the city in Salzburger Land and the Salzkammergut. In addition to Hohenwerfen Castle, the village of St. Gilgen on Lake Wolfgangsee and the Mondsee Basilica can be admired in ‘The Sound of Music’ in Salzburg.
Sound of Music Tours in Salzburg
Discover the magic of ‘The Sound of Music’ in Salzburg! Whether by bus, bike, on foot or by horse-drawn carriage. Whichever tour you choose, experience ‘The Sound of Music’ in Salzburg up close and learn more about the cult film and the Trapp family.
Bus tours: The city of Salzburg offers true Sound of Music fans a comfortable bus tour through the city to travel to the highlights of the cult film.
Cycle tours: Cycle actively through the city of Salzburg on a guided Sound of Music cycle tour and discover locations such as the Mirabell Gardens, the Salzach, Hellbrunn Palace and Hohensalzburg Fortress.
Foot tours: Take a relaxed stroll through the city and experience your very own Sound of Music tour in Salzburg and visit the most famous locations of the cult film on your own.
Horse-drawn carriage ride: You can also take a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through Salzburg's old town and the Sound of Music film sets.
Central and quiet accommodation in Salzburg
After exploring the city of Salzburg with its various sights and your Sound of Music Tour, you return to your central Hotel & Gasthof Hölle. There you can enjoy the relaxing location surrounded by greenery and the familiar atmosphere in the hotel. In the restaurant, you will be served delicious Salzburg specialities such as a typical Austrian schnitzel. You can look back on your day in the city of Salzburg. Perhaps the songs from the film such as ‘Edelweiss’ or the main title ‘The Sound of Music’ will still be ringing in your ears.
Would you like to experience the cult of ‘The Sound of Music’ in Salzburg for yourself? Then book your room in a quiet location near the old town now or send a no-obligation enquiry and enjoy your Sound of Music holiday in Salzburg!
