The birthplace of Mozart and a setting for The Sound of Music. A skyline of spires, a backdrop of alpine mountains and a passageway for the River Salzach. As the capital of Salzburgerland, with a spectacular city centre, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.

Take a horse-drawn carriage through the cobbled centre and appreciate the slender spires and blue domes of the city’s well-preserved architecture. Listen to a symphony at Schloss Mirabell and look up to the icy peak of Untersberg mountain. Visit the magnificent Hohensalzburg Fortress – the most impressive in central Europe. Venture outside the city, to discover salt mines and ice caves, or watch out for practical jokes at the mischievous Hellbrunn Castle.

STS offer a choice of authentic accommodation, with easy access to the attractions of the city and the greater Salzburgerland region. A world-class city with a unique setting and esteemed history, Salzburg allows students to develop their understanding of wider European cultures, geographies and histories, in a theatrical and breath-taking setting.