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Salzburg Cathedral – Historic Centre of Salzburg loop from Festungsbahn Talstation

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Salzburg

Salzburg Cathedral – Historic Centre of Salzburg loop from Festungsbahn Talstation

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Salzburg Cathedral – Historic Centre of Salzburg loop from Festungsbahn Talstation

02:00

6.98km

170m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

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Historisches Zentrum der Stadt Salzburg

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Start point

Train Station

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182 m

Salzburg Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

In a devastating fire in 1598, the original cathedral of the city of Salzburg was so badly damaged that it decided to build a new building. After a construction period …

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2.33 km

Viewpoint

2.98 km

View of Hohensalzburg Fortress

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Nice route with a great view.

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3.25 km

View of the Salzach River and Salzburg's Old Town

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Here it is beautiful at any time of the day and season!

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4.17 km

The Goldgasse in Salzburg is located in the heart of Salzburg's old town and connects the Residenzplatz with the Alter Markt. The goldsmiths and handicraft businesses based there gave the romantic alley its name.

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4.29 km

Historic Centre of Salzburg

Highlight • Historical Site

Salzburg's Old Town is unparalleled. Countless beautiful buildings and alleyways stand alongside impressive structures such as Salzburg Cathedral, St. Peter's Abbey Church, and, as the highlight, Hohensalzburg Fortress, which towers majestically above everything and can be seen from almost everywhere.

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4.36 km

Residence Square with Residence Fountain

Highlight • Monument

Nice way to cool down after a tiring walk to the fortress. For many tourists, the fountain also serves as a fountain of fortune - at least judging by the coins in the fountain.

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4.45 km

Mozartplatz & Monument

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Very nice central square. It's best to park your bikes here and explore the very compact old town of Salzburg on foot. Cycling isn't much fun in the crowds.

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6.67 km

View of Salzburg from the Hohensalzburg Fortress

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The best view is from the fortress. Here you can see the city on both sides of the Salzach particularly beautifully.

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6.98 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.47 km

2.32 km

1.42 km

769 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.96 km

1.43 km

574 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

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Salzburg Cathedral – Historic Centre of Salzburg loop from Festungsbahn Talstation

Salzburg Cathedral

View of Hohensalzburg Fortress

View of the Salzach River and Salzburg's Old Town

Goldgasse, Salzburg

Historic Centre of Salzburg

Residence Square with Residence Fountain

Mozartplatz & Monument

View of Salzburg from the Hohensalzburg Fortress

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