What to do in Salzburg, Mozart´s birthplace
The city of Salzburg — the enchanting birthplace of Mozart and one of Europe’s most beautiful baroque cities — completely stole my heart this second time around. I spent a couple of sunny August days wandering its cobbled streets, admiring elegant architecture, blooming gardens, and the classical melodies that seem to echo everywhere. If you’re wondering what to do in Salzburg (Austria), this detailed travel guide covers the destination’s best attractions, what and where to eat, where to stay, how to get around, essential travel tips, and the top day trips from Salzburg. You’ll also find a handy map at the end featuring all the places mentioned here.
Discovering the Austrian Alps: Kaprun, Maria Alm, Saalfelden & Zell am See
Set in the heart of the Salzburg region (known as Salzburger Land), the Austrian Alps are one of Europe’s most scenic alpine regions — a mix of lakeside towns, dramatic Alps peaks, glacier views and endless hiking trails. This travel guide focuses on four of the area’s most beautiful spots: Kaprun, Maria Alm, Saalfelden and Zell am See, where you’ll find everything from wooden chalets and panoramic gondolas to serene lakes and high-alpine viewpoints. Below, you’ll discover the best things to do, where to eat and stay, practical travel tips, and easy day trips to help you plan your next Austrian Alps adventure. At the end of this post, you’ll also find a map to help you pinpoint all the locations mentioned here.
A week in Paris: day by day itinerary
Solo trip to Lucerne
Lucerne (and its surroundings) seem to have been taken out of a fairy tale. With its elegant buildings surrounding the clear lake, Lucerne is a Swiss jewel!
Although I had been here when I was younger, I didn't remember much except for Lucerne's famous Kapellbrücke (the wooden bridge with flowers all over).
A weekend in Frankfurt
I spent the weekend in Frankfurt and really loved this German city. Do you want to know what's beyond beer and sausages? Follow me to discover what to see, where to eat and stay!
A weekend getaway to Locarno, Ascona & Zermatt
This weekend getaway felt like traveling to two countries. However we only stayed in Switzerland! How is this even possible? Keep reading to discover it.
From Montreux to Interlaken on board of the Goldenpass Railway
This Sunday we boarded on an unforgettable train journey from Montreux to Interlaken on board of the vintage Goldenpass Railway. We enjoyed a panoramic view of lake Léman, the imposing mountains and the charming Swiss villages along the way.
A daytrip to Lausanne & the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces
We spent a wonderful Saturday having wine with friends in an area by lake Léman close to Lausanne known as the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces. The weather was lovely and this was the best way to say good bye to summer.
Bonn & Köln
I was twice in Bonn and Cologne (Köln) this year, the first one in September and the second one in November. The former capital of the country until 1991, Bonn is a city in western Germany straddling the Rhine river. It’s known for the Beethoven House, its Münster (a church with a Romanesque cloister and Gothic elements), the old city hall and Poppelsdorf Palace. It also houses a UN Campus with 20 organizations ranging from climate change to volunteerism.
Montreux Jazz Festival
This summer we checked off one of the activities you must do when you live in Geneva : go to the Montreux Jazz Festival.
Strolling around Neuchâtel, Yverdon-les-Bains & Morges
My Dad and my brother have been visiting us in Switzerland for a few days and we've taken advantage of that to discover some Swiss gems. Follow us to the beautiful cities of Neuchâtel, Yverdon-les-Bains and Morges!
