Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg
Salzburg, Austria
17.09.2018
The Historisches Zentrum der Stadt Salzburg, or Historical Center of the City of Salzburg, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the charming city of Salzburg, Austria. This historic center is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the city.
The center is home to numerous architectural gems, including the Salzburg Cathedral, a stunning example of Baroque architecture that dates back to the 17th century. Visitors can also explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress, one of the largest and best-preserved medieval castles in Europe. From its vantage point on top of a hill, this fortress offers breathtaking views of the city.
In addition to its impressive architecture, the Historisches Zentrum is also known for its charming narrow streets, quaint squares, and picturesque courtyards. These winding streets are lined with traditional buildings adorned with intricate details and adorned with colorful flower boxes.
One of the main highlights of the center is the Getreidegasse, a bustling shopping street that is famous for being the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Here, visitors can find a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it the perfect place to take a break and soak in the local atmosphere.
The Historisches Zentrum is also a cultural hub, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters scattered throughout the area. Visitors can learn about the city's rich history at the Salzburg Museum, admire contemporary art at the Museum der Moderne, or catch a performance at the iconic Salzburg Festival.
Overall, the Historisches Zentrum der Stadt Salzburg is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture and history of this charming Austrian city. With its stunning architecture, charming streets, and rich cultural offerings, it is a truly unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Salzburg has managed to preserve an extraordinarily rich urban fabric, developed over the period from the Middle Ages to the 19th century when it was a city-state ruled by a prince-archbishop. Its Flamboyant Gothic art attracted many craftsmen and artists before the city became even better known through the work of the Italian architects Vincenzo Scamozzi and Santini Solari, to whom the centre of Salzburg owes much of its Baroque appearance. This meeting-point of northern and southern Europe perhaps sparked the genius of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose name has been associated with the city ever since.
The Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg, also known as the Altstadt, is a district of Salzburg, Austria, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. It corresponds with the historic city center, situated on the left and right banks of the Salzach river.The listing of the World Heritage Site describes it thus: "Salzburg has managed to preserve an extraordinarily rich urban fabric, developed over the period from the Middle Ages to the 19th century when it was a city-state ruled by a prince-archbishop. Its Flamboyant Gothic art attracted many craftsmen and artists before the city became even better known through the work of the Italian architects Vincenzo Scamozzi and Santini Solari, to whom the centre of Salzburg owes much of its Baroque appearance. This meeting-point of northern and southern Europe perhaps sparked the genius of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose name has been associated with the city ever since."The listed area comprises a core zone of 236 hectares (580 acres), including the old city on both banks of the Salzach river together with the Mönchsberg, Festungsberg and Kapuzinerberg hills that surround the old city to west and east. Beyond the core zone there is a buffer zone of 467 hectares (1,150 acres) which is intended to protect the core zone being affected by development visible in long distance views.
