Our place is perched on the top of a hill along the river Salzach. It is a pretty steep climb up and down which we call a buzzkill. The folks here understand so they guided us through a park to the Modern Art Museum, also on the hill, to the elevators! They also gave us passes to allow us unlimited rides. The elevators let us off right in the old town and we had a great time walking and gawking. We noticed a large number and variety of dogs walking through town. At first we chalked this up to the progressive local attitude towards dogs. But when we stopped to say hi to a couple of beautiful Rhodesian Ridgebacks, the owners told us that there is a dog show going on in town. Now we have a new activity to add to the list. We stopped for tea and hot chocolate at the 300 year old Cafe Tomaselli. They claim that Mozart probably had some tasty drinks there but they really can't remember. A tasty treat seemed like a great addition so we got a torte. It was a popular spot and since we had a window seat it was a great place for people watching. Along with the people we also were watching dogs. After a bit we walked over the pedestrian bridge over to the Mirabelle Palace Gardens. The roses were spectacular and the statuary was impressive. No outing would be complete without a stop in a wine bar. I tasted a few and then bought a bottle. They convinced Leslie to taste a bit of bubbly. Then we stopped in the oldest continuously operated shop in Salzburg. They were selling traditional clothing and Leslie got the most beautiful shawl. The owner was very nice and she said that the shop has been in the family the entire time. T looked a a fin set of hand made deer skin lederhosen but 600 euro was too steep a price to pay.
A tiny cottage in the park
This sign has a hat!
Still a bit cloudy today but a great view none the less
The Art Museum portal to the elevators
Camel head!
The buildings are built right up into the cliffs
Taking the cello for a walk
Horses are the theme here
There were multiple tunnels that took pedestrians to the next street over. It was also a great way for shopkeepers to display their goods
More of the ornate shop signs along the pedestrian way
Gilded signs
I don' think they are selling French horns, or are they?
Deer, dancing and hearts?
Fishy fish fish
The Bells! You can see that there is a stiff wind blowing
Why yes, we are entered in a dog show!
Another elaborate weather station
Upper 40's, brrrrr
Dressed for the cold
Cafe Tomaselli
Bustling with folks
Ready for a warm drink
Hot chocolate and tea
In a fine cup
Tasty torte
Why hello little dog, in from Belgium?
Hello Mr. Beaver, why are you in the window?
Beaver Oil, good for every dam problem
Little dogs
Big Hotels
The river has that milky glacial color
Its pretty along the river
The art museum from below
As is everywhere in Austria great landscaping
Unmatched dogs
Matched Dogs
Mirabelle Palace Gardens
The unicorn is giving Leslie a sniff and getting s smooch in return
Flying horses
Leading up to the marble rooms
Our concert will be here on Saturday
Leslie is standing in the park that we walk through
Gardens, churches and the fortress
Roses and more roses
Big red ones
Delicate peach colored ones
The prettiest rose of them all
Bunches of roses
The Schloss Monchstein in the distance
Wedding time!
Freak time
Selfie Time
Wine Time
Big Wine Time
The oldest shop in town
