1. Festive fare
The oldest Christmas market in Austria runs until 26 December. It's set at the foot of Hohensalzburg fortress in the charming Cathedral Square, where you can sip mulled wine, listen to traditional choirs and shop for local handicrafts, ornaments and home-baked treats.
2. The hills are alive
The Sound of Music has come to town for the first time. Staged at the glorious Salzburg State Theatre, the show features the von Trapp family singing their hearts out. Die-hard fans can join a tour of landmark sites from the movie. salzburger-landestheater.at
3. Fine feasting
Salzburg's culinary scene is booming. It's home to the oldest restaurant in Europe, the St Peter Stiftskeller, which hosts Mozart dinner concerts. And the latest foodie initiative, Via Culinaria, outlines seven trails to follow around the city, with different themes designed for all tastebuds whether you're a cheese lover or a fish fan.
via-culinaria.com
4. Winter walks
Take to the hills yourself on a picturesque winter ramble. Head up Mönchsberg or Festungsberg for great views over
the city, or venture a little out of town for a more demanding hike up Gaisberg or Untersberg.
5. Music maestro
Salzburg was, of course, the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and every January world-renowned conductors and orchestras celebrate his work in the week-long winter classical Mozart Week festival (27 January-
5 February). mozarteum.at
BA flies from London Gatwick to Salzburg. Visit ba.com.
