Mirabell Palace and Gardens
Salzburg
Mirabell Palace, located in Salzburg, Austria, is a historic Baroque palace built around 1606 by Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich Raitenau as a pleasure residence for his mistress. Originally named Schloss Altenau, it was renamed Mirabell by his successor. The palace underwent a lavish Baroque reconstruction from 1721 to 1727 under architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt and later received a Neoclassical makeover after a fire in 1818. Today, the palace houses municipal offices, while its Marble Hall serves as a popular concert and wedding venue. The adjoining Mirabell Gardens, designed in the late 17th century by Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach, feature geometrically arranged layouts, mythological statues, and a sylvan theater. The gardens gained international fame as a filming location for The Sound of Music, notably the 'Do-Re-Mi' scene. Both palace and gardens are part of Salzburg's UNESCO-listed historic center and attract numerous visitors annually for their architectural beauty and cultural significance.
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Astuce: Visit the Mirabell Gardens early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy peaceful walks. The Marble Hall hosts concerts that offer a unique experience of the palace's interior. Admission to the gardens is free, and the palace is mostly used for municipal offices, so check opening hours before planning a visit. The gardens and Marble Hall are wheelchair accessible, and an induction loop is available for hearing-impaired visitors. Booking tickets in advance is recommended for concerts and weddings held in the Marble Hall.
Faits intéressants
- •Mirabell Palace is part of the Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- •The Marble Hall is renowned for its acoustics and hosts the Salzburg Palace Concerts.
- •Several iconic scenes from the film The Sound of Music were shot in the Mirabell Gardens, including the famous 'Do-Re-Mi' song sequence.
- •King Otto of Greece was born in Mirabell Palace in 1815 when his father served as stadtholder of Salzburg.
- •The Baroque garden statues were created by Italian sculptor Ottavio Mosto around 1690, depicting mythological figures like Aeneas and Hercules.
Histoire
Mirabell Palace was constructed in 1606 by Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich Raitenau as a summer residence for his mistress, originally named Schloss Altenau.
After his deposition in 1612, the palace was renamed Mirabell and later incorporated into Salzburg's fortifications during the Thirty Years' War.
From 1721 to 1727, it was rebuilt in a grand Baroque style by Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt.
A devastating fire in 1818 led to a Neoclassical restoration under imperial guidance, which altered much of its original Baroque character.
The palace became city property in 1866 and has since served various administrative functions and cultural uses.
Guide du lieu
Marble Hall1721-1727
The grand Marble Hall is famous for its exquisite Baroque design and serves as a venue for concerts and weddings. It is known for its excellent acoustics and elegant interior decoration.
Mirabell Gardens1687 onwards
These geometrically arranged Baroque gardens feature mythological statues, a sylvan theater, and a Pegasus fountain. The gardens are a public park and a popular tourist attraction, also famous for scenes from The Sound of Music.
Baroque Staircase (Engelsstiege)early 18th century
A stunning staircase adorned with angel sculptures by Georg Raphael Donner, considered a masterpiece of Baroque art and a highlight within the palace.
Contact
Téléphone: 0662 80720