Salzburg, Austria is known as the city of Mozart, but it also offers a wealth of history and excitement to any type of traveler. Adventurers can tackle the ski slopes of the famous Prealps as well as the tricky fountains of Hellbrunn Palace. For non-adventurers there is the beautiful Salzburg Cathedral and the shopping lanes of the Getreidegasse. For everyone there is beauty to behold in Salzburg.

Some of the finest skiing-areas in the world are in close vicinity to Salzburg, from alpine skiing to snow-boarding or cross-country - the variety is endless. As a special service, a transfer - the so called 'Snow Shuttle' - is offered, which connects the city with the most beautiful skiing resorts around. Once you're finished navigating the ski slopes of Salzburg, be sure to visit the city's many historical locales such as the home of Mozart and Helbrunn Palace.

Travelers who are lucky enough to visit Salzburg in 2006 will be able to celebrate the 250th birthday of the city's most famous son, Mozart. Visitors should seek out the Mozart-Wohnhaus - occupied by young Mozart and his family in the late 18 th Century and containing genuine musical instruments, sheet music and other memorabilia used by the man himself. Salzburg has many events planned to celebrate this event, which is expected for a city that boasts over 4,000 musical and theatre events in different genres throughout the year. In addition to Mozart, another popular attraction in this great city is the Hellbrunn Palace.

Hellbrunn Palace, built from 1612-1615, is an example of the beauty that architecture can be. The Lustschloss ("pleasure palace") of Hellbrunn with its spacious park and its unique Wasserspiele (trick fountains) is a unique experience for all. Water was the central theme in the palace's design and the numerous sources in Hellbrunn Mountain give the estate vibrancy. Hidden in the shade of bushes and trees or jetting out from unexpected hiding places - the world-famous Wasserspiele have been the main attraction at Hellbrunn for almost 400 years.

If you aren't up for dodging the Wasserspiele, navigate the Getreidegasse and its web of passageways and squares, this shopping district features establishments specializing in jewelry, traditional and contemporary clothing, antiques, leather and paper goods, and fragrances. If visiting on a Thursday, you will be privileged to see the bustling farmers market in front of the Andra church. If you're hungry you're in luck. Salzburg is also home to some of the worlds most extravagant restaurants, serving quintessential Viennese cuisine.

In 2006 celebrate the rich history of Salzburg, Austria and its most famous son, Mozart!

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