Salzburg Christmas Market
Salzburg's Christmas Market fills the historic squares around the cathedral with warm lights, alpine decorations, and the aroma of roasted chestnuts. The market is known for its traditional crafts, handmade ornaments, and choirs singing carols that echo through the baroque old town. Visitors stroll between wooden stalls while enjoying mulled wine and regional treats inspired by centuries-old Austrian holiday traditions. The surrounding city adds to the magic with its fortress-topped skyline and beautifully preserved architecture. Salzburg's musical heritage, tied to Mozart and world-famous winter concerts, gives the season an especially festive atmosphere. Together, the city and its Christmas Market create one of Europe's most charming winter experiences.
Mozartplatz
The webcam overlooking Mozartplatz shows the lively ice rink set in the middle of Salzburg's historic square, with skaters gliding in front of elegant old-town buildings. It captures the charming façades that frame the plaza, giving viewers a real sense of the city's festive atmosphere. Around the rink you can often spot people enjoying warm drinks while the lights reflect softly on the ice. The seasonal rink, known as Eiszauber am Mozartplatz, usually operates from mid-November until the end of January. Through the webcam, you can watch the square transform into a cheerful winter scene throughout the entire skating season.
Domplatz Mitte
The webcam overlooking Domplatz Mitte provides a view of the central square at the heart of Salzburg's old town. It captures the open plaza framed by historic buildings and arcades, which become especially lively during the seasonal Christkindlmarkt. This traditional Christmas market is one of the oldest in the world, known for its wooden stalls selling handmade crafts, local treats, and warm festive drinks. Through the webcam, you can see the market's glowing lights, decorations, and visitors enjoying the holiday atmosphere. Overall, the stream offers a real-time look at Domplatz's mood, from quiet daytime scenes to the vibrant charm of Christkindlmarkt evenings.
Residenzplatz
The webcam overlooking Residenzplatz shows the broad baroque square at the center of Salzburg's old town, giving a real-time view of its open layout and surrounding historic buildings. It captures the Residenzbrunnen, the grand 17th-century fountain completed in 1661 and considered one of the most impressive baroque fountains in Austria. The square itself was created in the late 1500s under Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau, who transformed the area by clearing older houses to form a prestigious ceremonial plaza. Through the webcam, you can see the façades of the Alte Residenz and Neue Residenz, which once served as the residences and administrative centers of Salzburg's prince-archbishops. During the Christmas season, the view becomes livelier as the Christkindlmarkt fills the square with lights, stalls, and visitors.
