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Celebrate New Year's Eve in Salzburg

Activities for New Year's Eve & New Year's Day in Salzburg

Celebrate the turn of the year in the city of Salzburg

Listen to the sounds of the Mozarteum Orchestra at the New Year's Eve concert in the Festspielhaus, enjoy an elegant New Year's Eve dinner in Salzburg, and watch the fireworks over the unique backdrop of the old town from the Mönchsberg. Pop the corks and enjoy a spectacular evening! Look forward to a concert at the Festspielhaus, an elegant New Year's Eve dinner, and impressive fireworks over the old town.

Tips for your New Year's Eve in Salzburg:

Enjoy your Salzburg New Year's Eve dinner from a beautiful view
Celebrate New Year's Eve in Salzburg with a festive dinner and marvellous views while you enjoy the turn of the year to the full!

New Year's Eve experiences in Salzburg

Dance classes in Salzburg on New Year's Eve for children and adults

In the afternoon, the people of Salzburg gather at Residenzplatz in the old town and get in the mood for the new year with rhythmic sounds.

Special dance classes for children and adults ensure hours of entertainment on New Year's Eve. While the children practice their steps to cheerful New Year's Eve and party hits, the Viennese waltz crash course is the ideal preparation for the New Year's waltz.

With atmospheric sounds from DJs and live musicians, you can celebrate comfortably until midnight before the impressive New Year's Eve fireworks in Salzburg light up the sky in a thousand colors.

If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve with children in Austria, the centrally located Hotel Scherer in Salzburg is the ideal place for an unforgettable New Year's Eve. Amidst the festively decorated city, families can experience special moments, enjoy the colorful hustle and bustle of the old town, and marvel at the fireworks over Salzburg. On New Year's Day, a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and a stroll through the wintery city are the perfect way to start the new year.

New Year's Eve dinner in Salzburg

On the last day of the year, many restaurants in Salzburg offer a New Year's Eve dinner. Dine in elegant surroundings and get in the mood for an exuberant New Year's Eve in Salzburg by candlelight. This will make your New Year's Eve a particularly enjoyable experience! Add an exquisite New Year's Eve dinner in Salzburg to your wish list.

New Year's Eve concerts in Salzburg

The Mozarteum Orchestra in Salzburg will give an impressive New Year's Eve concert at the Großes Festspielhaus Salzburg on December 31. The event calendar also promises other top-class concerts and events, for example at the Mozarteum, the Landestheater, Hohensalzburg Fortress, and Mirabell Palace.

Enjoy a special New Year's Eve at Hohensalzburg Fortress. Let yourself be enchanted by a beautiful concert featuring music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Or marvel at one of the operettas at the Marionette Theater, such as “Die Fledermaus” by Johann Strauss. Your New Year's Eve in Salzburg will be simply magical!

Salzburg tradition on New Year's Eve: New Year's Star Shooting

The traditional New Year's Star Shooting by the marksmen and the citizen guard of the city of Salzburg is also eagerly awaited on New Year's Eve. At 4:00 p.m., shots are fired from the Staatsbrücke bridge and the city hills to announce the new year.

Fireworks on New Year's Eve in the city of Salzburg

At midnight sharp, the bells of Salzburg Cathedral in the heart of the old town ring out. At the same time, a magnificent New Year's Eve fireworks display is set off on the Mönchsberg, lighting up the sky with thousands of rockets and welcoming in the new year.

Experience the spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks over Salzburg and enjoy an unforgettable start to the new year.

Shining stars and fairy lights adorn a busy shopping street in Salzburg.
Enchanting evening strolls under twinkling lights in the middle of Salzburg's historic center.

New Year in Salzburg

New Year's concerts on January 1 in Salzburg

On January 1, instruments are tuned to welcome the new year in style with New Year's concerts in Salzburg.

You can attend New Year's concerts in Salzburg at the Großes Festspielhaus, the Mozarteum, the Salzburger Landestheater, and many other venues.

On New Year's Day, listen to the dreamlike sounds of Mozart, Dvořák, Strauss, Haydn, Beethoven, and many other composers. The Klangmeile in Salzburg's old town also invites you to celebrate the New Year with classical music from the Salzburg Philharmonic.

A wide range of New Year's Eve offers in Salzburg

New Year's Eve in Salzburg has many facets, depending on whether you prefer a cozy or festive atmosphere. Romantics stroll through the enchanting old town, which sinks into darkness for the last time this year.

Partygoers mingle with the celebrating crowds, and there is a particularly exuberant party atmosphere at Residenzplatz. Discerning connoisseurs go to a New Year's Eve concert. They celebrate with champagne and fireworks in the beautiful old town.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with an overnight stay at the Hotel Scherer in Salzburg. Enjoy a relaxed end to the year, because the city offers many celebrations and events!

New Year's Eve celebration in Salzburg with overnight stay at Hotel Scherer

Experience an unforgettable New Year's celebration in the heart of the city of Salzburg and combine the turn of the year with an overnight stay at Hotel Scherer. Book your New Year's Eve vacation conveniently online or send a non-binding inquiry.

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

What can you do on New Year's Day?
New Year's Day in Salzburg is traditionally accompanied by music and culture. New Year's concerts in the Großes Festspielhaus, the Mozarteum, and other venues set the musical tone for the start of the year. In addition, performances in the old town and winter walks through the decorated streets invite you to linger.

Where to go on New Year's Eve?
A stay in Salzburg is particularly suitable for New Year's Eve. The Hotel Scherer impresses with its central location and allows easy access to concerts, fireworks, and events in the old town. After the turn of the year, guests at the Hotel Scherer enjoy a quiet night and start the new year relaxed.

How can you celebrate New Year's Eve in Salzburg?
Celebrating New Year's Eve in Salzburg offers a variety of unique experiences. Enjoy an elegant New Year's Eve dinner in one of the renowned restaurants, listen to the sounds of the Mozarteum Orchestra at the New Year's Eve concert in the Festspielhaus, or marvel at the spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks over the old town. Experience the festive atmosphere of Salzburg's old town and celebrate the turn of the year.

What can you do in Salzburg on New Year's Eve?
Salzburg offers numerous activities for every taste on New Year's Eve. Attend the New Year's Eve concert at the Festspielhaus, dance at the Viennese waltz crash course, or enjoy the festive atmosphere at Residenzplatz. At midnight, experience impressive fireworks over the old town and Mönchsberg. Families will find the Hotel Scherer in Salzburg the ideal place for an unforgettable New Year's Eve.

Where can you enjoy a New Year's Eve dinner in Salzburg?
Enjoying a New Year's Eve dinner in Salzburg is a real treat. Many restaurants offer exclusive menus that you can enjoy in a festive atmosphere. At the Hotel Scherer, you will stay in a perfect location near the old town of Salzburg to experience the celebrations around the turn of the year in Mozart's city.

Which New Year's Eve concerts can you attend in Salzburg?
Numerous New Year's Eve concerts take place in Salzburg. The Mozarteum Orchestra invites you to an impressive New Year's Eve concert in the Großes Festspielhaus. In addition, the Salzburg State Theater and Hohensalzburg Fortress offer other high-caliber events featuring classical music, including works by renowned composers.

Where can you see the New Year's Eve fireworks in Salzburg?
The New Year's Eve fireworks in Salzburg are an unforgettable experience. At midnight sharp, spectacular fireworks are set off over the old town and the Mönchsberg. From various vantage points in the city, such as the Mönchsberg or Hohensalzburg Fortress, you have an impressive view of the colorful spectacle.

What are some special New Year's Eve activities for children in Salzburg?
Salzburg offers numerous child-friendly New Year's Eve activities for families with children. Visit the dance classes for children on Residenzplatz and get in the mood for the new year with cheerful music. At the Hotel Scherer in Salzburg, you can enjoy the turn of the year in a family-friendly atmosphere while your children experience the fireworks and festive atmosphere of the old town.

What traditional New Year's Eve celebrations are there in Salzburg?
New Year's Eve is celebrated with numerous traditional festivities in Salzburg. One highlight is the New Year's Star Shooting by the Schützen and the Bürgergarde, during which shots are fired to announce the new year. The solemn sound of the bells of Salzburg Cathedral at midnight also contributes to the festive atmosphere before the fireworks light up the sky.

What are the best New Year's Eve offers in Salzburg?
New Year's Eve in Salzburg offers numerous offers for every taste. Whether romantic evening walks through the beautiful old town, an elegant New Year's Eve dinner, or an exciting New Year's Eve concert. You can also enjoy the celebrations at Residenzplatz, the exuberant atmosphere, and the impressive fireworks. For a relaxed New Year's Eve, the Hotel Scherer in Salzburg offers an unforgettable overnight stay in the heart of the city.

What events can you visit on New Year's Day in Salzburg?
New Year's Eve in Salzburg begins festively with numerous concerts. Attend the New Year's Concert at the Festspielhaus or listen to the sounds of the Salzburg Philharmonic Orchestra in the old town. The Klangmeile also offers a festive musical welcome to the new year. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and start the year with classical music and a unique atmosphere in Salzburg.

What does the Hotel Scherer offer for New Year's Eve in Salzburg?
The Hotel Scherer in Salzburg is the ideal starting point for celebrating New Year's Eve in the city and returning to your hotel on foot. It offers a central location in the city of Salzburg near the train station, from where the old town can be reached by public transport or on foot. It is only a few minutes away from festive activities such as New Year's Eve fireworks and concerts. With a festive New Year's Eve dinner and a cozy breakfast on New Year's Day, you will have the perfect start to the new year. Book an overnight stay and experience an unforgettable New Year's Eve in Salzburg.