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Austria - Salzburgerland
Youth Orchestra • Sacred Choir • Secular Choir • Band • Marching Band
- 4 country tour
- Compact town centre
- Great excursion possibilities
Salzburg is probably best known as Mozart’s birthplace, as well as for its magnificent Old Town. The main landmark is the Hohensalzburg fortress which dates back to the Middle Ages and which sits imposingly above the city; it is the largest, most perfectly preserved fortress in Central Europe. Salzburg is a great place to explore on foot.
Concerts
Our excellent contacts in Salzburgerland mean that we can provide marvellous performing opportunities for all group types. Most small towns, such as St Wolfgang and St Gilgen, have covered music pavilions which are suitable for some of the larger symphonic wind bands and even small orchestras. We work closely with some of the picturesque churches in the small Alpine villages, such as Flachau, where a warm welcome is assured. An impromptu recital may be given by choirs with a sacred repertoire in Salzburg cathedral, while the Mirabell Gardens give bands the opportunity to perform in this grand and beautiful city.
Sample itinerary (band)Day 1 - Depart lunchtime for afternoon ferry and overnight travel Day Two - Afternoon arrival in Wagrain. Remainder of day at leisure. Day Three - Morning and early afternoon visit to Werfen to see the ice caves and enjoy the cable car ride. After visit return to centre to change into concert wear and depart by coach for St Gilgen and evening concert in the music pavillion. Day Four - Depart after breakfast for Berchtesgaden for a visit to the Salt Mines. Afternoon swimming in Wagrain at the Wasserwelt Amade. Evening concert at the Zell am See bandstand. Day Five - Morning visit to Salzburg to see Mozart’s birthplace and the fortress. Afternoon rehearsal and concert on Kapitelplatz in Salzburg. Return to Wagrain. Day Six - Morning free in resort. Afternoon departure for overnight coach journey. Day Seven - Morning ferry and lunchtime arrival home. |
Excursions
Werfen: incredible ice caves and 11th century Hohenwerfen Castle.
Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mozart’s birthplace, plenty of shopping.
Wagrain: Wasserwelt swimming complex. Day in Bavaria: visit Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest and take a boat trip on Lake Konigsee.
Accommodation
We use a number of high quality youth centres in the region. One such is the Markushof in Wagrain. Thanks to substantial investment by the Riepler family, the house (100 beds) boasts high standards of catering and accommodation. It has extensive leisure facilities and is in a quiet location only about a kilometre from the village centre. The rooms are 2-8 bedded (single and bunk beds) and all have shower and toilet. There are a new tuck shop and leaders’ suites.
Festival Ideas
Choirs can take part in the annual Bischofshofener Musiktage, which take place end of July – mid August.
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| INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| MINIMUM DURATION | 7 DAYS 4 NIGHTS |
| EXTRA NIGHTS | RING FOR DETAILS |
| COACH TYPE | EXECUTIVE 48-SEATER WITH AIR CONDITIONING |
| TOUR MANAGER | FULL TIME |
| MEALS | FULL BOARD |
| JOURNEY FROM CALAIS | 16 HOURS |
