Relive the true story of the von Trapp family, filmed as
the 'Sound of Music' in the
Salzburg
area. The tour has been Salzburg's most popular tour for over 20 years.
Enjoy breathtaking
views of the landscape where the opening scenes were filmed. Relax and
listen to the original 'Sound of Music' soundtrack as your English-speaking
guide not only shows you the highlights of the film but also the historical
and architectural landmarks in the city, and some of the beautiful lakes and
mountains in the area.
Some of the highlights and film locations of the 'Sound of Music' that
you will see on the tour include:
Mirabell Gardens - laid out in the 18th Century, where Maria and
the children were seen dancing around the statue of Pegasus, the winged
horse, and throughout the gardens singing 'Do-Re-Mi'.
Leopoldskron Palace - used as the von Trapp family home, the children
were boating on the Leopoldskron Lake and fell into the water. The Venetian
room was copied from the castle and used as the ballroom.
Hellbrun Castle - built in the early 17th century by
Prince-Archbishop Markus Sittikus. The glass pavilion was reconstructed for
the pleasure of those fans still returning after 30 years.
Nonnberg Abbey - the oldest convent in the German speaking part of
Europe. Maria was a novice there. The baron and Maria were married here in
1927.
St. Gilgen and Lake Wolfgang - the beginning of the movie was filmed
at Lake Fuschl on the way to St.Gilgen. Like the Mozart family, visitors
from all over the world appreciate the beautiful village in the
Salzkammergut.
Wedding Church Mondsee - here, the film-wedding between Julie Andrews
as Maria and Christopher Plummer as the Baron took place.
