petersfriedhof

zhangmao

圣彼得墓地位于僧侣山的悬崖下，我们从Kapitelplatz方向进去。墓地修缮的很好，各个墓前都有花坛，墓碑是用铁做的工艺品似的，有的带金色镶边，也有的带着耶稣或圣母的画，我没有看过这种带画的五颜六色的墓碑。有点遗憾的是天气，我们去的时候一直是阴天，有阳光的话，这种颜色一定会更漂亮。

Drewhelle

This is a very beautiful and peaceful cemetary that we thoroughly enjoyed walking through on our way to the fortress. Enclosed by elegant ornate wrought iron fences and gates, the graves are beautifully maintained and the views are great. There are catacombs carved into the rocks and lovely chapels as well as monuments and paintings that all combine to give a beautiful peaceful atmosphere. Even if walking through cemetaries is not your thing, please make an effort to go here to enjoy the history and the atmosphere.

589louisem

Not the sort of place we'd ordinarily head for, but worth a visit. So peaceful and ornate. You can pay a few euro and go up through the catacomb which we did. You get a great view of the cemetry and the whole city from there. If you take the time to read the grave markers and tombs, it gives you a real insight into the people of the city. As it was just after Christmas many of the graves still had flower arrangements and wreaths in place, which were works of art in themselves. Put's the UK to shame.

Uli_in_Germany

this graveyard has marvelous view and you can spend hours wandering around and enjoying the history. the connection to Sound of Music, the beautiful wrought iron crosses - and discovering all the famous people. Beautiful and very idyllic place.

SteveS849

I went to Salzburg over Christmas 2014. What really stood out to me about this Cemetary was the ornate iron-steel work of some of the grave markers, the war memorial and being Christmas, some of the graves had Christmas trees set up on them. There is a lot to see in this area within a few minutes walk. There were some bread makers in a basement by a water wheel at one of the enterance to the Cemetary. They had some of the best bread I ever tasted, just follow the smell. There was a chapel in the hillside above the Cemetery that was definitely worth a look. As well as a couple of churches and the Dom.

Challenger01

This is one of those finds when walking around old town that draws you in. Busy when we were walking through but you will find the time to stop and reflect. Well maintained and presented, historic and really worth the time to visit even if walking through old cemeteries is not your thing. Rose bushes growing in December?, well groomed grass, and stunning views.

MarcoT74

The place is quiet (as it should be as it is a cemetery) and small but have many old graves and some nice crypts. It will not take you more than 15-20 minutes to visit it. No entrance fee. Go to have some rest from the other full places in the city.

FormerExpat2014

The Petersfriedhof Cemetery (St. Peters cemetery) is one of the most peaceful, beautiful cemeteries I have seen in Europe. Our tour guide mentioned it was the oldest cemetery in Salzburg and showed us the grave of the only US citizen buried there (a US General). The story is a great one. The view of Hohensalzburg Castle from the cemetery is awesome - one of the best photo ops in Salzburg

KimTomBengard

Don't miss the graveyard! Not just for the Sound of Music significance, but it is really lovely, historic and a very special place to see. Simply very special.

Edward2651

We visited St. Peters Cemetery when in Salzburg. It was a very large, well kept cemetery near the foot of a mountain. The ornate tombstones bedecked with planted flowers were beautiful to see. The people of Europe have a tendency to treat their loved ones final resting places like an extension of themselves. It is a poignant and at the same time beautiful expression of love.Although it might sound strange to recommend visiting a cemetery on a vacation trip, this site is well worth seeing.

Karrst

We found this gem of a little cemetery on our way to lunch. Nestled below the mountain and views up to the castle above, this must be one of the most beautiful settings for any “city cemetery” The graves are well kept with ornate decorations, spanning many centuries. The church if open is also worth a quick peep. Did not get into the catacombs, as time was short, but well worth spending an hour wandering around.

Jozef37

There is not much to see, but the whole setting and feeling of being so close to the history deserves "VERY GOOD" rating. It is really nice experience.I liked the views and the tunnels themselves.

niki101

The cemetery is really interesting but what grabbed my attention here are The “Catacombs”.When you enter the cemetery you will see them in the cliffs – they all mysterious and enigmatic. It is fascinating to go inside these narrow passages. The Catacombs look very ancient and it is no surprise that it is unknown when they were originally constructed. They are believed to have been built by early Christians and served as hermitages as well as a burial site.A staircase leads up to the two chapels. Inside are the remains of a chapel and frescoes showing the martyrdom of St. Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury. The Maximus chapel, also called the Maximus cave, is the highest prayer room of the catacombs. You will notice an arched grave. It is said that the hermits used it as a stone bed. Above this “bed” is a panel from 1530, relating the alleged martyrdom of Saint Maximus in Iuvavum. Just between the two chapels there is a viewing platform with a small wooden bell tower. Wonderful views of Salzburg from here!

mustdent

Behind the St Peter Abbey, you will see the entrance of cemetery. It is a really nice garden and tombs are very interesting. There are very old ones and also recent ones which shows tradition is going trough. Inside the cemetery there is entrance of catacombs. Paid visit is possible to catacombs to see underground tombs and chapel takes around 15 minutes. You can take your way to Castle from back door of the cemetery.

jnealbrookfield

This is a WOW experience! Do not miss this fantastic cemetery. If a cemetery can be beautiful, this is it. For any Sound of Music fan, this is a must!