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Parking in Salzburg

Because of its geographic location and increasing traffic, parking space in Salzburg is limited. All parking in the city center is short-term parking (time-limited). Please note: Car access to Salzburg's Old Town is limited. The most convenient option is to use the Park & Ride facilities and take public transportation to the city center at a low cost.

P+R Parking in Salzburg

In the city of Salzburg, four Park & Ride car parks with more than 4,000 parking spaces are available year-round. The combo ticket for € 15 includes the parking fee as well as a day pass for the entire public transportation network for up to five people traveling together. In July and August, a discounted combo ticket for € 7.50 is available at all four locations. When using the combined parking and public transport offer, you must leave the parking lot by midnight on the day of use. If you leave after midnight, the regular parking rate applies.

Key parking facts in Salzburg

  • Park & Ride facilities offer day visitors a convenient way to reach Salzburg’s Old Town.
  • Parking in the city center is limited due to increasing traffic.

  • All parking in Salzburg’s city center is time-limited.

  • Access to Salzburg’s Old Town parking garages is currently only possible from the Maxglan side via Neutorstraße.

Car Access to Salzburg's Old Town

Car access to Salzburg's Old Town is limited due to the construction-related closure of the Siegmundstor, also known as Neutor. Hotel guests can still access the Old Town by car if their hotel is located there. Before your arrival, please check the current access regulations and available routes directly with your hotel and on the official City of Salzburg information page on the Neutor closure. Parking lots and parking garages in the city center also remain accessible by car, although some access routes and traffic arrangements have changed.

Additional information about parking in Salzburg

Short-Term Parking Zones

  • Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., parking fees are charged

  • Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., free parking – however, a parking disc is required

  • Maximum Parking Time: 3 hours

The short-term parking zones in Salzburg are indicated by signs located at the entrance and exit to all parking areas. The blue street markings, which are not required by law, are merely intended to help you find possible parking spaces.

Mobile Parking

You can also pay your parking fees to the City of Salzburg using your mobile phone. Aside from the convenience, it also has the additional advantage of being precise to the exact minute.

FAQs about parking in Salzburg

What is the Park & Ride combo ticket?

The Park & Ride combo ticket is ideal for a day trip to Salzburg. It costs € 15 and includes parking for one car as well as a day pass for public transportation for up to five people traveling together. In July and August, the combo ticket is available for just € 7.50. When using the combined parking and public transport offer, you must leave the parking lot by midnight on the day of use. If you leave after midnight, the regular parking rate applies.
 

Are parking lots and parking garages in the city center still accessible despite the Neutor closure?

Yes, all major parking lots and parking garages in the city center generally remain accessible by car. Access to the Old Town Garages is possible without restrictions from the Maxglan or Riedenburg side via Neutorstraße. Driving through Neutor, also known as Siegmundstor, is not possible due to the closure. Please check the latest information on the official City of Salzburg information page before your arrival. To avoid traffic congestion, we recommend using the Park & Ride facilities.

Where can people with disabilities park in Salzburg's Old Town?

You can find information about accessible parking spaces in the city of Salzburg here. Please also check the official City of Salzburg website for details on the current car access restrictions in the Old Town due to the Neutor closure.

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