Did you know?
Salzburg is divided by the river Salzach. On the left side of the Salzach you will find the "Oldtown" of
Salzburg underneath the Mönchsberg and the Hohensalzburg Fortress. The "New Town" lies on the right side of the river and is south of the Kapuzinerberg.
Visas
Visas are not required by the vast majority of nationalities, including those from the EU, the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Travellers from the EU and Switzerland may stay as long as they like, though if they are taking up residency they should register with the local police within five days of arrival.
Getting there
Salzburg airport is less than 4km west of the city centre at Innsbrucker Bundesstrasse 95 and buses run back and forth from early morning to late at night.
Getting around
It's the ideal size for cycling around and there are plenty of bike hire shops in the town. If you're not keen on cycling then the bus service is reliable and connects the various parts of the city. Buy a Sazburg card which will give you access to the city's wonderful public transport system.
Costs
Coffee 1 to 3 euros, small beer 1.50 euros, a 36-exposure film 7.50 euros and a city centre bus ticket 1.10 euros.
Weather
Salzburg has a moderate climate with pleasant weather. January is traditionally the coldest month and July the warmest. It is a city with four distinct seasons and moods.
Time difference
GMT/UTC + 1
International dialling code from the
UK 00 43 area 662
Opening hours
Banks are open 8am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, except Thursday when they close at 5:30pm. Operating hours for shops are from 8 or 9am up to 6pm, Monday to Friday. On Saturdays some close by noontime. Restaurants serve lunch from noon to 2pm, and dinner from 6pm to 10pm. The post office is open Monday to Friday, beginning business at 8am, closing for a two-hour lunch break beginning noontime, then staying open until 6pm.
Health - Before you go
Be aware of the dangers of hypothermia if you're intending to 'climb every mountain'.
Health - When you are there
In Austria, British citizens only need to show a British passport to take advantage of reciprocal health agreements. If you're visiting other European countries it is worth getting an European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which has replaced the E111 form. Check your insurance covers you if on a skiing or climbing holiday.
Warnings
If you're trekking at high altitudes or in a cool, wet environment, be prepared: take waterproof clothing even if the weather looks fine to stop yourself being at risk from hypothermia.
Emergency
Police - tel 133; Ambulance - tel 144 (out of hours - 141).
Customs
Say Gruss Gott (hello) when you enter a store or somewhere and say Tshus (goodbye) when leaving.
Tipping
As for tips, the standard is usually 10 percent or just rounding up the bill, Give 10% to 15% of the cost to taxi drivers, and some kind of tip to porters, bellboys and theatre and cloakroom attendants.
Tourist office
Austrian National Tourist Office, 14
Cork St,
London W1X 1PF. Tel. 020 7629 0461