10 Sacred & Religious Sites in Salzburg That You Shouldn't Miss

September 4, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

It’s been 200 years or so since he lived here, but Mozart is still very much Salzburg’s favorite son. Visit the composer’s residence and birthplace, then explore the Altstadt (Old City), taking in the baroque architecture. If your musical tastes run more "Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens" than "Requiem in D Minor," catch one of the many Sound of Music tours and follow in the footsteps of the Von Trapps.
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1. Pfarre St. Paul

Eduard-Herget-Strasse 5, Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 824916 [email protected] http://www.stpaul.at
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Pfarre St. Paul

2. St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter)

Sankt-Peter-Bezirk off Kapitalpl., Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 8445780 http://www.stift-stpeter.at/
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4.5 based on 1,077 reviews

St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter)

This medieval monastery has served as the home to monks for over 1,000 years.

Reviewed By DRR105 - Omaha, United States

While my husband and I were on a tour of Salzburg, we had some free time on our own, and were walking towards the funicular which climbs up to the Fortress, when we happened upon St. Peter's Church, Abbey, Cemetery and Catacombs. It was amazing! The self guided tour of the Catacombs was especially enlightening. For those who love history and old architecture and learning about different cultures, don't miss this beautiful hidden treasure of Salzburg.

3. Franziskanerkirche

Franziskanergasse / Sigmund Haffner Gasse, Salzburg 5020 Austria 43662843629 http://www.franziskanerkirche-salzburg.at
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Franziskanerkirche

Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States

What it lacks in size compared to the Cathedral it makes up in height and design. It was originally the high vaulted section with the altar. An addition was made for more seating but it really gives the church an odd design. The best part is the original building with the high roof and tower. While the inside is beautiful with several side chapels and great stain glass, it is the vaulted ceiling and five support columns that make this a Salzburg MUST SEE. It is what distinguishes the church and makes it unique, along with is Gothic design in a Baroque city.

4. Nonnberg Convent

Nonnberggasse 2, Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 8416070 http://www.benediktinerinnen.de/
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Nonnberg Convent

Reviewed By AJ66 - London, United Kingdom

We walked to the Abbey from the Old Town, take the street past the Fenicular up to the Fortress and walk along the path up the hill for about 10 mins. The outside is exactly as it was in the SOM. Take a walk into the Church and wander through the outside to see all the graves of the nuns.

5. St. Georgs Kirche

Moenchsberg 34, Salzburg 5020 Austria
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St. Georgs Kirche

6. Kollegienkirche (Collegiate Church)

Universitatsplatz, Salzburg Austria +43 662 84132772 http://www.eulenhaus.eu
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Kollegienkirche (Collegiate Church)

Reviewed By larryc867

One of the purest examples of baroque architecture in Austria is often overlooked despite the fact it is second only to the cathedral in size, and has an impressive convex façade. The main hall has white walls without paintings - sparse use of sculptures and stucco works highlight the architecture. The side nave altars are elaborate and have intense colours. Collegiate Church was built between 1694 and 1707 for the Benedictine university. The university, disbanded in 1810, was reopened in 1962 as part of the University of Salzburg. In 2008 it was designated the parish church for people connected to the university. The church has been a regular venue for sacred and choral concerts of the Salzburg festival since the 1970s.

7. St Markus Church

Franz-Josef-Kai 21, Salzburg 5020 Austria http://www.visit-salzburg.net/sights/markuschurch.htm
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St Markus Church

8. Kapuzinerkloster

Kapuzinerberg 6, Salzburg 5020 Austria http://www.salzburg.info/en/sights/churches_cemeteries/kapuzinerkloster
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Kapuzinerkloster

Reviewed By CarlaColumna123 - Cologne, Germany

The Capuchin Monastery is located on Kapuzinerberg, the green lung of Salzburg and offers stunning views from above the mountain after a steep climb. The Monastery is still active and is home of 6 monks actually.

9. Catacombe Del Cimitero Di San Pietro

Sankt-Peter-Bezirk, Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 8445760 http://www.erzabtei.at/
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Catacombe Del Cimitero Di San Pietro

Reviewed By 670allisond - Michigan, United States

I thought the catacombs were well worth the visit and 2 euros I paid to get in. There are some beautiful views overlooking the cemetery from carved rock windows, and there are several altars and carvings into the stone. If you are claustrophobic or have limited mobility, the catacombs are not for you. There are steep, stone-carved steps that are well worn and some tight spaces that may make some feel uncomfortable.

10. Pfarrkirche Salzburg-Lehen

Vinzenz-Pallotti-Platz 2, Salzburg 5020 Austria http://www.salzburg.gv.at/kultur_/Seiten/kiirche_lehen.aspx

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