Activities
“Griass di!” – Welcome to Salzburg
Explore Salzburg’s dynamic and youthful side, where tradition meets the avant-garde, promising a vibrant and diverse experience. Salzburg, a city of many faces—chic, sporty, and traditional—offers an array of unexpected impressions. Mornings may find locals gearing up for slopes, while evenings showcase festival-goers in red-carpet glam cruising the streets in rickshaws. Along the Salzach River, a hub of activity unfolds, highlighting the city’s cool and colorful spirit, home to 24,000 creatively active students.
Pubs & Nightlife
Immerse yourself in Salzburg’s eateries and pubs, ranging from traditional to modern, classical to off-the-wall. With short distances and major party hubs, the city invites you to explore on foot, promising each night of fun to be a vibrant mix of colors.
Special Events & Youth Scene
Salzburg excels in music and culture, offering surprisingly affordable or free events. From Krampus parades to free concerts at Mozarteum University and Siemens Fest>Spiel>Nächte in summer, the city hosts an array of cultural experiences. Don’t miss the numerous “Studentn Festln” (student parties), where university students mingle year-round.
Outdoor Activities in Salzburg
Discover unconventional sports like city surfing, canoe polo, and Quidditch, or take it easy with a hike in the city mountains. The Untersberg, easily accessible by gondola lift or a short hike, treats you to breathtaking views. On rainy days, modern shopping centers promise a laid-back retail adventure.
Out & About in Salzburg
Salzburg’s navigable layout ensures you’re never lost, making public buses and bikes the go-to modes of transport. Biking often trumps heavy traffic, while adventurous visitors opt for Segways or rickshaws. With useful apps and city-wide free WiFi Salzburg Surft!, accessing information is a breeze.
Sports
Salzburg College cooperates with the University Sports Institute (Universität Sport Institut) regarding student sport offerings. Salzburg College students are eligible to enroll in any of their classes and join in any of their teams. They offer classes in a variety of disciplines. For an overview on their offerings/courses please visit: http://sportwissenschaft.uni-salzburg.at/usi/en/home/ Salzburg College has a cooperation with the Salzburg Ducks Sports Club. Qualifying students may join the Ducks’ rosters and participate in a variety of club sports while studying in Salzburg. For more information about the club and its teams, please visit: https://www.salzburgducks.com