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Explore the UNESCO city of Salzburg, with its fairytale castles, churches and palaces, and you will be humming the tunes from the hit musical The Sound of Music for weeks. Walk in the footsteps of the von Trapp family, discover Mozart’s birthplace, or rent a car through Orbitz and drive into the Salzkammergut lake district.

Renting a car in Salzburg: What you need to know

If you are thinking about renting a car in Salzburg then you may have a few questions before you get booking. Hopefully, we’ve answered them here.

How old do I need to be to rent a car in Salzburg?

You will need to be at least 19 years old and have held your license for a year to rent a car in Austria, although some companies ask that you are 21. You may need to pay a young person’s surcharge if you are aged between 20 and 24.

What fuel options do I have when renting a car?

You usually have two options when it comes to fuel. Some companies will give you a choice, while others have a single policy. You may be asked to pay upfront for a tank of fuel at the time of collection. This is a prepaid fuel option. You then simply return the car with whatever fuel is left in the tank. Alternatively, you may be asked to leave a fuel deposit and to return the tank full.

What kind of documentation do I need to show when renting a car?

In addition to your valid driver’s license, you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) for car rental anywhere in Austria. You should keep both your driver’s license and your IDP on you whenever you drive.

Can I pick up a car and return it elsewhere?

Yes. Most of the larger car rental companies offer one way rentals, although this will incur an additional fee.

Explore Salzburg: The city of Mozart

From Baroque castles to lavish palaces, Salzburg’s architecture amazes at every turn. Here, we take a look at some of the must-sees on a visit.

Hohensalzburg Fortress

This iconic and unmistakable castle looms over Salzburg’s Baroque historical district from its lofty seat on the Festungsberg. It is the biggest fully preserved castle in Europe, and one of the city’s true highlights.

Palaces and Gardens

In the heart of the city, the Mirabell Palace and Gardens are a blaze of opulence, beauty and color. Walk in the manicured gardens as you imagine Mozart playing in the grand palace. Take a short drive south to the equally impressive Hellbrunn Palace and Trick Fountains.

The Mozart Museums

Learn about Mozart’s early years in Salzburg as you explore the Mozart Residence on Makartplatz, and the Mozart Birthplace on the Getreidegasse. These excellent museums are a window into the short but influential life of one of the world’s most famous composers.

Salzkammergut

Rent a car and wend your way for two hours through the picturesque mountains, meadows and forests of the Salzkammergut region. Visit the emerald lakes of Lake Hallstatt and Lake Wolfgang to see traditional wooden houses and breathe in the fresh mountain air.