Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the city of Salzburg share an unbreakable bond: the renowned composer was born here on 27th.January 1756, and spent much of his youth in the city, composing his early works before moving to Vienna.
The sites in Salzburg associated with Mozart are essential stops for retracing the composer’s life.
Mozart’s Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus), located at 9 Getreidegasse.
The Mozart family lived here from 1747 to 1773. This is the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born; it houses his early musical instruments, including the violin and clavichord from his childhood.
Today, it is one of Austria’s most visited museums.
Adult admission costs €15. Entry is free with the Salzburg Card.
Mozart’s Residence (Mozart-Wohnhaus), located on Makartplatz.
The family moved here in 1773 for more space. The museum illustrates the Mozarts’ daily life and the history of their European tours. This house-museum preserves Mozart’s original fortepiano and numerous autograph scores.
Wolfgang lived here until 1780, before moving to Vienna.
Adult admission costs €15. Entry is free with the Salzburg Card.
Salzburg Cathedral (see dedicated article).
Mozart was baptized here the day after his birth. He worked here as a court organist, composing numerous sacred music masterpieces.
Mozart Square (Mozartplatz)
Historic square in the heart of the Old Town, dominated by the large bronze monument dedicated to him, unveiled in 1842.
Salzburg is also linked to its most famous composer through Mozartkugel chocolates.
Created in 1890 by the pastry chef Paul Fürst, these are spherical chocolates filled with pistachio marzipan and gianduja, coated in dark chocolate.
In addition to being a symbol of Salzburg, they are also Austria’s most famous chocolate.
