Residenzplatz, Salzburg Travel Guide

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Experience Salzburg's Baroque grandeur at Residenzplatz, a historic square with stunning architecture, a monumental fountain, and vibrant events.

Residenzplatz is a grand, historic square in Salzburg's Altstadt (Old Town), framed by the Salzburg Cathedral, the Alte Residenz, and the Neue Residenz. It's known for its impressive Baroque architecture and the Residenzbrunnen, a monumental fountain at its center.

A brief summary to Residenzplatz

Residenzpl. 4, Salzburg, 5020, AT
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Know before you go

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Visit during the Salzburg Christkindlmarkt (late November to January 1st) to experience the square's festive atmosphere.
Take a stroll through the adjacent alleys ('Gasse') to discover interesting shops and local life.
Note the Bürger houses at Residenzplatz, particularly the painting of the holy family fleeing to Egypt at house number 5.

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Getting There

Walking

Residenzplatz is centrally located in Salzburg's Altstadt and easily accessible on foot from most major attractions. From Salzburg Cathedral, simply walk north across Domplatz to reach Residenzplatz. From Mozartplatz, walk through the archway.
Public Transport

The Residenzplatz is a short walk from several bus stops. From Salzburg's main train station (Salzburg Hbf), take bus lines 1, 3, 5, 6, or 25 to the Rathaus or Ferdinand Hanusch Platz stops. From there, it's a 5-minute walk to Residenzplatz via Getreidegasse and Alter Markt. A single bus fare costs approximately €2.50-€3.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Salzburg. A taxi ride from Salzburg Hbf to Residenzplatz typically costs between €7-€9 and takes only a few minutes. From Salzburg Airport (WA Mozart), a taxi ride to Residenzplatz will take approximately 20 minutes.

Discover more about Residenzplatz

Residenzplatz, a stately square in the heart of Salzburg's Altstadt, showcases the city's Baroque splendor. Originally named Hauptplatz, it was later renamed after the Alte Residenz (Old Residence). The square is bound by significant landmarks: the Salzburg Cathedral to the south, the Alte Residenz to the west, and the Neue Residenz to the east. Imposing burgher houses form the northern boundary.Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau initiated the square's construction in the late 16th century as part of his vision to transform Salzburg into a Baroque city. This involved demolishing 55 burgher houses and the old cathedral cemetery. The Residenzbrunnen, a large Baroque fountain designed in the 17th century, stands as the square's centerpiece and is considered the largest of its kind outside of Italy.Throughout the year, Residenzplatz hosts various events, including concerts and the annual Christkindlmarkt. During the Christmas Market, the square transforms into a festive wonderland with traditional stalls, choral performances, and wind instrument ensembles. In the warmer months, open-air concerts have featured renowned artists.