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Summer in Salzburg is wonderful. But sometimes it can get a little uncomfortable when the sun beats down on the city all too unmercifully. Here are our tips on how to beat the heat during your city break. → Read more

Our hosts in portrait Born and raised in Gmunden, Viktoria has been responsible for marketing, communication and guest experience for Heym Collections since spring 2020. She plans and designs marketing for the hotels and apartments and thus the points of contact between our guests and the brand. However, she would not have originally thought that... → Read more

What would spring be without a picnic or two outdoors. A drink in your hand and your face in the sun, that's how to enjoy the warm weather. Here we have compiled a list of our favourite picnic spots. → Read more

There’s nothing better than a hot cup of coffee or tea in good company, right? Salzburg definitely has some of the coolest cafés in Austria. Check out our guide to find the coolest cafés in town → Read more

To satisfy your artistic needs, we happily reveal some of the best galleries in Salzburg. Definitely worth a visit, we promise! → Read more

An Austrian coffee house is way more than a place to drink a cup of coffee. It is a place for reading books, writing poems, meeting old friends or simply to sit and enjoy life. In fact, you might see people sitting in a coffee house for a whole day, doing nothing other th reading the newspaper. → Read more

Today we would like to introduce you to our colleague Filippo. At Heym Collections, he is part of the reception team and responsible for the IT infrastructure that makes our workflows in the hotels and flats possible. In his spare time, Filippo is a passionate cyclist. → Read more

The restaurant Mühlbacher will open on June 11 at The Mozart and warmly welcomes its guests. Chef Patrick Mühlbacher serves diverse seasonal-regional specialities paired with international influences. → Read more

In spring, we are bitten by the cycling bug. The sun shines warmly on our faces and the temperatures are pleasant, but not yet too hot. Salzburgerland is a true paradise for cyclists of all levels. We introduce you to the best routes. → Read more

We are crazy about gelato. Fortunately, Salzburg has some amazing spots for ice cream. Check out our guide and try our favourites. → Read more

When people think of specialities of Salzburg cuisine, Salzburger Nockerl are often the first association. We don't want to dispute that the dessert doesn't deserve its reputation! But the region has quite a few other delicacies up its sleeve. That's why we have listed the most famous dishes and delicacies from Salzburg and where you can try them → Read more

It is hard to tell what is the best thing about Hellbrunn. Is it the majestic castle itself? Is it its surrounding gardens? Or is it the trick fountains? Find out yourself. Hellbrunn is definitely worth a visit. The grounds The 60 hectare big grounds surrounding the castle are worth a visit themselves. The garden... → Read more

Spring is tickling our fingertips and we can't wait to finally spend time in nature again. To drive away the winter blues, we have compiled a guide with our favourite lakes in Salzburg and the surrounding area. → Read more

When temperatures are falling outside, life is happening more and more inside. Candles, cozy blankets and hot cups of tea are the perfect company for a relaxed afternoon snuggled up on the couch with a good book. → Read more

Taking panoramic shots of Salzburg is definitely one of the boxes you have to tick on your bucket list during your stay in our beautiful city. Check out our favourite spots for a beautiful view and the perfect photo for your album (or Instagram feed ;))  Bridges Bridges are always a hot tip to capture... → Read more

Salzburg’s Cityguide for families with children Exploring the most vibrant cities of Europe with children in tow may sound complicated- but that it’s totally worth it. Salzburg is truly a feast for the eyes, with a feast for the belly waiting at every corner, too. But with kids? What’s there for them, amidst all of... → Read more

The time for easy and quick lunch inspirations has come! What's better than a light and refreshing salad? We recommend The Mozart Field Salad Sandwich, a bountiful salad on top of a slide of bread. Truly the best way to celebrate the summer season. → Read more

You think you know everything about Mozart? Let us blow your mind with some fun and interesting facts about the Wunderkind! → Read more

Fruity and easy dessert recipe! The time for fruity desserts has come. What’s better than something little, refreshing and creamy? Right, nothing! Have fun preparing this little heaven for your favorite humans (or just for yourself #nojudge!). Before we start: what is Panna Cotta? Panna Cotta actually means ‘cooked cream’ in Italian. It includes very... → Read more

These days we go for walks a lot and we see this beauty and delicious wild garlic everywhere. So it's time to treat ourselves nicely, isn't it? We love to share our favorite Bärlauchknödel recipe with you. Not easy to spell, but easy to cook, we promise! → Read more

A Virtual Journey to Salzburg: Enjoy a journey to Salzburg while staying home! You might wonder why, huh? Just click through and enjoy what's coming! → Read more

Design & fashion items, delicious snacks and tasty drinks await you in April! Welcome spring – we have missed you and your bright colors! Evidently, art is what inspires us the most. We love details, no matter if on the plate, the walls or on our bodies. Thus, we are happy to invite you, your... → Read more

Autumn is approaching rapidly and The Mozart is looking back on a summer full of exciting events.  We started off with a Tapas Night in our newly opened bar & bistro. Hotel guests, as well as Salzburger, tried out our different Salzburg Tapas while sipping cocktails with relish. A DJ created the matching atmosphere so... → Read more

The famous Rupertikirtag in Salzburg. Rupertikirtag is a fair held annually in honour of Saint Rupert, the patron saint of Salzburg, for 5 days in September. The fair is counted among the oldest folkloric celebrations in Austria. → Read more

Mozart Kissed by the Muse - our own interpretation of a modern Mozart The photo series shows the wunderkind and his fictitious muse throughout his creative process on almost 40 photos. → Read more

Grand Re-Opening of The Mozart Boutique Hotel, a prestigious hotel which has captivated with its traditional charm and its location in the heart of the Oldtown of Salzburg for decades. → Read more

Enjoy Salzburg's winter wonderland and check out our suggestions for fun activities in the snow → Read more

A guide to running in Salzburg, Austria. The best areas to run include a little sightseeing tour as well. → Read more

Not long until Salzburg’s Christmas markets are opening again. We’re already looking forward to eating roasted chestnuts and drinking a cup of hot punch. Have a look at the list of our favourite Christmas markets in Salzburg: → Read more

A little rain never hurt nobody. We have collected some indoor fun activities for you to keep you dry during your stay in rainy Salzburg . → Read more

Yes, Salzburg has a lot of cultural things to see. But whoever thought there’s nothing else to do, couldn’t be more wrong. Here are three outdoor activities close to the city centre for all the adventurers out there. → Read more

There is one major topic dominating every conversation in Salzburg these days: the Salzburg Festival. Time flies, two more weeks and it will be over already. But before that, there are two clichés about the Salzburg Festival we’d like to delete from your head. → Read more

Make sure to visit at least one of them during your stay to get a unique taste of Salzburg’s regional products. These are Salzburg’s most famous markets → Read more

Countless steeples tower the roofs of Salzburg and their appendant cemeteries have provided material for almost just as many scary stories for generations. We put together a list of our favourite churches and cemeteries in Salzburg that should not miss on your bucket list: → Read more

Now that spring has finally sprung, it is time to ­explore Salzburg’s surrounding mountains. A trip to the Gaisberg is the perfect ­opportunity for a short escape from the tourist hustle and bustle in the city centre and to enjoy the sun. → Read more

Salzburg has a lot to offer. However, getting stuck in Getreidegasse between a hundred of other tourists trying to catch a glimpse on Mozart’s birthplace is probably not the experience you are striving for, when you decide to pay this historical city a visit. → Read more

The guest we welcomed in March in our apartment „Attersee“ were a little different from what we are used to: A director, actors and a camera team. For five days, the apartment was turned into a movie set. → Read more