Three words “Sound of Music”
This iconic movie instantly comes to mind when you think of Salzburg in Austria. Well, at least it did for me. The timeless classic, filmed in this beautiful Austrian city, has drawn countless tourists who want to see the famous filming locations in person. So naturally, I had to check them out too!
Salzburg itself is a stunning city, with its historic charm, 17th-century architecture, and breathtaking scenery literally everywhere I looked. It’s easy to see why this movie was filmed here and why so many tourists from all around the world, like me, visit this town. So, if you’re a Sound of Music fan, here are the top Sound of Music Salzburg locations you absolutely need to visit to relive those iconic scenes featuring Julie Andrews and the Trapp family.
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Tours we recommend for Sounds of Music sights
👉 Original Sound of Music Tour
👉 Salzburg, Hallstatt, and Sound of Music Tour
👉 Original Sound of Music Tour with Schnitzel and Noodles
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Map with Filming Locations
Nonnberg Abbey
The Nonnberg Abbey is a real-life location where the real Maria von Trapp was a novice nun. It was used in the Sound of Music for the exterior shots and is one of the original shooting locations that the movie captured.
- Why It’s Significant: The Nonnberg Abbey is where Maria is a novice nun and also features in the movie when the children visit to ask her to return.
- What You’ll Experience: Visit this 17th-century abbey and take in the peaceful atmosphere and amazing views over Salzburg.
Schloss Hellbrunn (The Gazebo)
Schloss Hellbrunn is home to the iconic “16 Going on 17” Gazebo from the Sound of Music. This is where the famous scene with Liesl and Rolf took place. The gazebo was moved to this location after filming and is now a popular stop for fans.
- Why It’s Significant: The gazebo scene where Liesl and Rolf sang and danced was filmed here.
- What You’ll Experience: Visit the Hellbrunn Palace gardens and the famous gazebo to relive this classic moment. Don’t forget to explore the beautiful Schloss Hellbrunn and its gardens.
The Felsenreitschule (Summer Riding School)
The Felsenreitschule, also known as the Summer Riding School, is an open-air theatre featured in the movie’s dramatic festival scene. This is where the Trapp family performed “Edelweiss” before their escape from Austria.
- Why It’s Significant: This is the location where the Trapp family sang for the Salzburg Festival and made their daring escape.
- What You’ll Experience: If you’re lucky, you might be able to attend a performance at this historic venue during the Salzburg Festival.
Schloss Leopoldskron (The Trapp Family Home)
Schloss Leopoldskron, also known as the Leopoldskron Palace, is one of the most important Sound of Music Salzburg locations, used as the backdrop for the Von Trapp family home, including the terrace and the lake where the children famously fell into the water.
- Why It’s Significant: Many outdoor scenes of the Trapp family home were filmed here, and it offers a picturesque lakeside view.
- What You’ll Experience: While Schloss Leopoldskron is now a private hotel, you can still walk around the lake and admire the beautiful palace from a distance, imagining the scenes from the movie.
👉 Book a tour here: Visit Leopoldskron Palace
Schloss Frohnburg
Schloss Frohnburg served as the Von Trapp family’s home’s exterior in the movie. The beautiful baroque palace was used for several outdoor shots, including when Maria first arrived at the house.
- Why It’s Significant: It’s one of the most recognizable Sound of Music shooting locations as the entrance to the Trapp family home.
- What You’ll Experience: Admire the exterior of this grand building, although you can’t enter, and picture yourself as Maria arriving at the Trapp family home for the first time.
Mirabell Gardens (Do-Re-Mi Scene)
The Mirabell Gardens is one of the most famous Sound of Music filming locations in Salzburg. This is where Maria and the children sang “Do-Re-Mi” while dancing around the Pegasus Fountain and running up and down the steps.
- Why It’s Significant: The garden is where one of the most memorable scenes of the movie was filmed with the famous song “Do-Re-Mi.” I also think these are some of the most beautiful gardens I have visited!
- What You’ll Experience: Wander around the beautifully manicured gardens, the Pegasus Fountain, and the stunning floral displays just like Maria and the Trapp family children.
Peter’s Monastery, Cemetery, and Catacombs
The St. Peter’s Monastery and cemetery were used as inspiration for the dramatic escape scene when the Von Trapp family hid from the Nazis. Although this scene was filmed on a Hollywood set, the cemetery provided the inspiration for it.
- Why It’s Significant: It’s believed that the cemetery scene, where the family hid, was based on this cemetery.
- What You’ll Experience: Explore the oldest monastery in Salzburg, its beautiful catacombs, and the peaceful cemetery.
Where I Stayed in Salzburg
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Sound of Music Tours from Salzburg
Want to experience all these locations without missing a single detail? I recommend checking out these Sound of Music Tours, which offer a guided and in-depth look at the movie’s most famous spots. These are also great if you’re short on time.
This is the classic Sound of Music tour that takes you to all the major filming locations, including Mirabell Gardens, Schloss Leopoldskron, and Schloss Hellbrunn. It’s the ultimate tour for any fan of the movie.
- Length: 4 hours
- What’s Included: Visits to all the famous Sound of Music sites, knowledgeable guides, and fun facts about the film.
This tour combines the Sound of Music locations with a visit to the picturesque town of Hallstatt. It’s a full-day experience that offers the best of both worlds.
- Length: 9 hours
- What’s Included: Visits to Sound of Music filming locations, a trip to Hallstatt, and guided commentary.
This unique tour offers everything from the Original Sound of Music Tour plus a traditional meal of schnitzel with noodles at a restaurant.
- Length: 5 hours
- What’s Included: All the filming locations, a delicious schnitzel with noodles meal, and a Sound of Music trivia guide.
Day trips we recommend from Salzburg
🦅 Step back in time at the Eagle’s Nest! Salzburg to Eagle’s Nest & Berchtesgaden Tour
🏞️ Uncover the magic of Hallstatt! Half-Day Tour from Salzburg to Hallstatt
🎶 Follow in the footsteps of the Von Trapp family! Original Sound of Music Tour from Salzburg
FAQ
Yes, most of the Sound of Music was filmed in and around Salzburg, making it the perfect destination for fans to visit.
Yes, there are several Sound of Music tours available in Salzburg that take you to all the major filming locations, often led by experienced guides from companies like Panorama Tours.
The Sound of Music was filmed in various locations around Salzburg, including Mirabell Gardens, Schloss Hellbrunn, Schloss Leopoldskron, Nonnberg Abbey, and many more.
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