The Residenz Salzburg in the heart of the old town was the seat of the prince archbishops and served them over the centuries as a city residence and representative office. Today, the 15 magnificent state rooms at Residenzplatz 1 invite you on a journey through 200 years of stylistic history, from the Renaissance to Baroque and Classicism. The halls are among the most sought-after venues in Salzburg's old town.
Behind the façade of the Salzburg Residenz is a bishop's palace that has grown over the centuries and owes its present appearance to Prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau (1559 - 1617). The first documented mention of the residence dates back to 1232. The ecclesiastical and secular rulers of Salzburg furnished themselves sumptuously, even lavishly, and thus demonstrated their power: classical tiled stoves, Venetian mirrors, ceiling frescoes by Johann Michael Rottmayr, Bohemian smoked-glass crystal chandeliers, High Baroque ceiling stuccoes with gold leaf, clocks and valuable paintings give an impression of the life of the archbishops in Salzburg. The flood of rooms reflects the expense of an audience with the archbishop and the great role of hierarchy, power and arbitrariness.
Friday
18°C
Saturday
22°C
Sunday
24°C
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For several days now we have been under the influence of quite unsettled weather and Friday will not bring any changes! An area of rain will move from Western Europe to the Alps and will strongly affect our weather: It will be very cloudy and rainy.
Last update: 11.06.2026
Saturday
13.06.2026
Sunday
14.06.2026
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During the next few days the sky will be partly clear, partly cloudy. During the second half of the day the risk of showers and thunderstorms will be moderate.
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