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Altes Rathaus
The angular tower of the 15th-century
Old Town Hall comes into view at the
end of a narrow medieval alleyway.

. Residenz
The most opulent building in town, this
former home of the Archbishop clearly
reveals his wealth and power.
R U D O L F S K A I

S . H A F F N E R – G A S S E
MOZ AR T
PL A TZ

RESIDENZ
PL A TZ
Kapitelplatz
The bustling market square has one
of Salzburg’s most attractive fountains,
and offers outdoor games and fun
for everyone.
K APITEL
PL A TZ
Dom
The cathedral church
of St Rupert & St Virgil
was first built in 774, and
was subsequently altered
many times.
H E R R E N G A S S E
Stift St Peter
This 12th-century Benedictine
church is dedicated to
St Peter, whose statue adorns
the fountain (1673) in front of
the church.

Hohensalzburg
The Fortress (see pp226–7), on
top of the rocky Mönchsberg,
is best reached by the funicular
from Festungsgasse.

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