Glamping in Salzburg

Sometimes it’s the people you meet that can really make a difference. That can turn a bad experience into a pleasant one. In Salzburg, it was the “super nice” couple that operated the campsite that was our home for three nights.

We arrived in Salzburg late, unexpectedly late due to a train delay. All the hostels were fully booked. As a last resort we called a campsite. Fortunately they had space (and tents supplied). It was dark and pushing 11 pm when we trudged up the secluded gravel road. The kind owners stayed open late to greet us. They took the time to tell us about Salzburg, give us brochures and even offered us food. What a warm welcome! And the campsite was fabulous. We were so thankful.

The warm welcome set the stage for two delightful days in Salzburg.

We explored all around beautiful Salzburg: the medieval Hohensalzburg Fortress, the romantic Mirabel gardens, the quaint buildings along Getreidegasse street and the fine city views from Mönchsberg mountain. A rare occasion for us, we joined an organized tour in Salzburg. The hills were alive with the Sound of Music as we toured the famous movie sites.

Salzburg is were my fascination with beer gardens started. I absolutely loved the whole experience of grabbing a refreshing mug of beer in a leafy green garden.

On our last night, it was pouring rain. We stayed cozy in the restaurant at the campsite savouring a delicious apple strudel with cream before dashing back to our tent. The strudel was perfectly warmed. A nice touch. The couple were excellent hosts through and through.

This is one entry from my 1992 European backpacking trip with my friend Sarah. If you want to start at the beginning, please check out The journey starts in Nice.