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Paragliding above the oldtown of Salzburg with the fortress | © Felix Woelk/Red Bull Photofiles

Sports & Leisure in Salzburg

Salzburg also has a sporty side. It offers a variety of events, as well as a diverse choice of individual offers for recreational athletes. The many green spaces and city mountains are ideal for many activities.

Sporting Events

The Salzburg Marathon attracts thousands of visitors to the baroque town every year, as the setting for the run is unparalleled anywhere in the world. Another highlight is the Gaisberg race in spring. Football fans regularly find international flair at the matches of FC Red Bull Salzburg in the Klessheim stadium.

Sports and recreation through the city of Mozart

Due to its situation surrounded by its city mountains and with all the green areas around it, Salzburg is truly an active town. Hiking over the city mountains and cycling are popular ways of exploring the city of Mozart. You can also discover Salzburg from above by paragliding from the Gaisberg.

Staying active in winter

Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy the most beautiful areas of the town for ice skating, winter hiking or cross-country skiing. Right at the gates of the town the offer is extended with snowshoe hiking and horse-drawn sleigh rides.

City Wall in Salzburg | © SalzburgerLand Tourismus

All sports at a glance

The town of Salzburg offers many possibilities for sports enthusiasts. Whether you like swimming, climbing or hiking: Salzburg offers many possibilities for your favourite leisure activities.

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