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AuStRIABesonders in der Vorweihnachtszeit lohnt sich ein Blick indie historischen Innenhöfe der Altstadtgassen. PittoreskeWeihnachtsmärkte laden zu Maroni und Punsch ein.A look into the historic courtyards of the Old Town is especiallyworth it at Christmastime. Picturesque Christmasmarkets beckon with chestnuts and hot punch.From 21 november, Salzburg shows off its romantic side,with inviting Christmas markets that are bustling with activity,full of festively decorated stands selling little gifts andseasonal trinkets. take a break from your shopping, or chatwith friends, with a nice cup of hot punch or mulled wine,roasted almonds and chestnuts, sweet baked apples, or alarge selection of savoury treats.the Salzburg Christmas Market on Domplatz square, witha history that goes back to the 15th century, puts guests fromall over the world in the Christmas spirit – not just with traditionalmarket stands but above all with its fantastic musicalprogramme. Highlights include daily performances by localchoirs in front of the cathedral and Christmas tunes by DieSalzburger Turmbläser brass orchestra every Saturday duringAdvent at Residenzplatz square. But the smaller markets onMirabellplatz or Kajetanerplatz, at St. Peter’s Abbey or inMaxglan are also well worth a visit. Still an insider’s tip is theSalzburger Festungsadvent in the courtyard of HohensalzburgCastle, which can be reached on foot or by cable car.From the medieval fortress, visitors will have an unforgettableview of Christmastime Salzburg.Just outside the Old Town, you’ll fi nd one of the most beautifulChristmas markets in all of Austria: the Hellbrunner Adventzauber.A torch-lit path leads to Hellbrunn Palace, whosefaçade is transformed into an oversized Advent calendarevery year. A fairytale forest of 400 conifers, decorated with13,000 red baubles and lights, gives the palace a magicalglow. the many market stalls and extensive programme ofevents especially for kids help to make the wait for SantaClaus pass more quickly.For your Christmastime stay, and of course for the upcomingend-of-the-year celebration, we recommend the4-star Castellani Parkhotel. the team has prepared a fantasticentertainment programme that can also be wonderfullycombined with the spectacular new year’s Eve countdownin the Old town.ab/from€ 139,-2 Nächte/NightsCastellani Parkhotel SalzburgSalzburg erlebenExperience SalzburgMehr auf Seite 107 | More on page 107VI 42 Autumn 13 | 41