Sonnig in Salzburg

Sunny in Salzburg

Salzburg was spectacular.  It was exceptionally cold (-5 F as a low), but, hey, that’s winter in Austria.  Fortunately we were warmed by four bright days – not only warmth from the sun, but also from the sunny dispositions of our University of Salzburg hosts, Markus and Petra.  They guided us to historically and architecturally interesting university buildings (including their own – a former residence of an arch-bishop); they introduced us to fascinating people from all corners of the university; and they led us to the best Morzart Kugeln in town.  Herzlichen Dank!

Handwarmers from a Nebraska St. Nicolo kept us toasty warm atop Hohensalzburg Fortress.

Inside the Fortress looking out to magical Salzburg.

A gorgeous Salzburg sunset from a atop Mönchberg.  (The floating orb is the MOON - not the sun.)

Salzburg boasts several varieties of Morzart Kugeln.  The Furst handmade Kugeln were mouthwatering!

An 8:30 walk on the beautiful Morzartsteg (over the Salz river).  This is the kind of view that can really wake a person up!

Our charming Uni Salzburg hosts, Markus und Petra

Wouldn't you love to have this inspirational reading room in your library?  The Uni Salzburg law library is housed in a one-time police station. During renovation many years ago, craftspeople discovered these marvelous maps, painted directly on the walls.  They date from cir. 1600!

When on tour, even in a small hallway, one must always look UP - the view could be beautiful!

We love the official Austrian "stempl" - Markus was kind enough to place a very old stamp (from a former arch-duke-bishop dude) in our calendar.  A wonderful memento of our visit.