Fun facts about Salzburg
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The name 'Salzburg' is derived from the German word for 'salt' and the Proto-West-Germanic word for 'settlement'.
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. In 2026 its population was 157,994. The city lies on the Salzach River, near the border with Germany and at the foot of the Alps mountains.
From the “Etymology” section
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Salzburg has been the seat of a diocesan bishop since 739 AD.
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. In 2026 its population was 157,994. The city lies on the Salzach River, near the border with Germany and at the foot of the Alps mountains.
From the “History” section
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Salzburg's coldest month is January, with a daily mean temperature of 0.0°C.
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. In 2026 its population was 157,994. The city lies on the Salzach River, near the border with Germany and at the foot of the Alps mountains.
From the “Geography” section
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Salzburg is home to three universities, including the University of Salzburg and Mozarteum University Salzburg.
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. In 2026 its population was 157,994. The city lies on the Salzach River, near the border with Germany and at the foot of the Alps mountains.
From the “Education” section
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The Sound of Music was filmed in Salzburg and is based on the true story of Maria von Trapp.
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. In 2026 its population was 157,994. The city lies on the Salzach River, near the border with Germany and at the foot of the Alps mountains.
From the “Popular culture” section
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