Salzburg celebrates the anniversary!

60 years of The Sound of Music

The Sound of Music behind the scenes at Mirabell Gardens — The Sound of Music behind the scenes at Mirabell Gardens © Peter Markl

1965 - 2025: The world-famous movie The Sound of Music celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. Even before the making of the Hollywood movie in 1964, Salzburg already had a close connection to Trapp family, as the true story also took place in Salzburg. To mark the anniversary, the city of Salzburg is offering numerous attractions for visitors and fans of The Sound of Music.

The Sound of Music - a timeless classic

In 1938, the novice Maria comes to Salzburg to take care of the seven children of the strict Captain von Trapp. With her cheerful and carefree manner, she manages to bring the family closer together again and bring music and joie de vivre back into their everyday lives. The movie “The Sound of Music”, which has inspired generations with its enchanting songs and breathtaking locations in Salzburg, celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2025. Let yourself be enchanted once again by the magic of this unforgettable story, which continues to touch hearts around the world to this day.

© Tourismus Salzburg GmbH / Patrick Langwallner

© Tourismus Salzburg GmbH / Patrick Langwallner

© Tourismus Salzburg GmbH / Patrick Langwallner

Visit the filming locations on the Original Sound of Music Tour with Panorama Tours

Sing Do-Re-Mi in the Mirabell Gardens, dance around the Gazebo and marvel at wonderful backdrops such as Leopoldskron Castle and the Basilica in Mondsee. The Original Sound of Music Tour with Panorama Tours takes you to the various movie locations with background music. A professional tour: Panorama Tours was responsible for transporting the cast and crew to the filming locations during filming, so let the specialists chauffeur you.

The Sound of Music exhibition at Schloss Leopoldskron

From March 22, 2025, a guest exhibition of the Salzburg Museum will take place at Schloss Leopoldskron. At the exhibition “Sound of Music Salzburg - Insight and Outlook”, visitors can gain insights into the filming, the Broadway musical and the life of the real Trapp family as part of a free guided tour. From 2026, The Sound of Music Museum will open at Hellbrunn Palace near Salzburg.

The Sound of Music Tourbus on the road with mountains in background

For young & old: The Sound of Music at the Salzburg Marionette Theater

A place full of magic & fantasy: the Salzburg Marionette Theater is known for its unique productions of well-known plays. The ensemble of puppeteers has been captivating children and adults for more than 100 years. Performances of “The Sound of Music” take place every week from May to August, this show is definitely worth a visit!

Enjoy with all your senses: a culinary journey through the movie

If you would like to try Maria's favorite dishes, schnitzel with noodles & crispy apple strudel, the Sound of Music Tour with Schnitzel is the perfect place for you. A delicious 3-course menu is served after the tour to the filming locations: Enjoy a clear soup with cream colored ponies (choux pastry), Schnitzel with noodles and a crisp apple strudel for dessert. If you would like to experience the making of apple strudel for yourself, you can also attend the Edelweiss Cooking Class, during which two typical Salzburg desserts, crisp apple strudel and Salzburger Nockerl, an airy and light soufflé are prepared.

Plan your trip to Salzburg now!

Would you like to celebrate the festive anniversary at the filming locations of The Sound of Music? Then head to Salzburg! Follow in the footsteps of Julie Andrews and enjoy the nature around the city of Salzburg. The hills are alive!

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Check out our tours for fans of "The Sound of Music" in Salzburg: Original Sound of Music Tour, Sound of Music Tour with Schnitzel & Noodles, Sound of Music Private Tours, Sound of Music Special Package, Sound of Music at Schloss Leopoldskron Package and many more.