View of Salzburg from the Hohensalzburg Fortress
I can't really say enough about how lovely Salzburg is... it's the kind of European destination you picture in your head when you think of the quaint, picturesque representations you may have seen on biscuit tins when you were young. Having been to Vienna, I had no idea that Salzburg would be so different... traditional looking, pretty and very welcoming.
OK, so I admit that I also loved that fact that everywhere we went it was like stepping into a scene from The Sound of Music and that my friend Chris and I also went on the Sound of Music Tour, but even beside this unexpectedly wonderful link to a chunk of my childhood, I would have to say Salzburg lived up to expectations perhaps more than anywhere else I've been to date. We also did a lakes and mountains tour, which took us outside the town to explore the STUNNING surrounding countryside, but even if we hadn't there was plenty to see in Salzburg itself, with great walks all over the place (yes, they were uphill, but well worth the views) and the lovely Hohensalzburg Fortress.
View of Salzburg from the Hohensalzburg Fortress
In my opinion Salzburg is much more enjoyable than Vienna, but it all depends on what you're looking for. Certainly I would recommend that, even if you've been to Austria before, it is worth going again to check out this wonderful city, with its old world atmosphere, locals in traditional dress, unspoilt scenery and uniquely Austrian feel. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up from me... and just check out some of the pictures I was able to take if you have any doubts!
