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Getreidegasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Getreidegasse is the bustling center of Salzburg's Old Town, the unmistakable charm and birthplace of Mozart making it an irresistible destination for countless visitors from all over the world. . Besides a wide range of international fashion chains, Getreidegasse also charms people through its streets of traditional inns and unique businesses steeped in history.

Architecture of Getreidegasse

The architecture of the houses in Getreidegasse is characterized by beautiful doorways, as well as small windows from the first floor upwards. In addition, old houses are often decorated with important dates in their history, the names of the former owners and even the eye of God. Another attraction for visitors is Mozart's Birthplace, which stands at number one. 9 Getreidegasse. Salzburg's immortal son was born here in 1756.

Houses throughout are very typical of the historic district of Salzburg. The front and back of the buildings allow direct access to the different streets, with an arched walkway connecting the two. Today, they also often have artworks, art galleries, and shops. The most famous of these is at the Schatz House, leading from 3 Getreidegasse to University Square. There, in a dark corner, you'll come across a poignant relief depicting the Madonna with Baby Jesus.

Getreidegasse - a street for pleasant strolls and shopping

On top of that, Getreidegasse attracts visitors with its wide selection of international fashion chains, traditional boutiques and plenty of dining opportunities. In addition to jewelry, folkwear, trendy accessories, antiques, leather goods, stationery and perfume shops, avid shoppers can also shop for groceries and deli products in Getreidegasse. A particular highlight of this street are the decorative and often rather elaborate guild signs that protrude from the building facades, high above pedestrians. The Wieber shop in Getreidegasse is a traditional metalworking business that, among other things, still produces these advertising signs by hand.

Name of Getreidegasse

"Grain" is the German word for "grain". That said, the name of this particular street really has nothing to do with grains. In fact, it was originally called Trabe-, Trab- or Trav-Gasse, with names representing older forms of the verb Traben, meaning trot or lope according to. Over the years, the names Tragasse, Traidgasse and Getreidgasse gradually morphed into the Getreidegasse we are familiar with today.

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Nearby attractions

Tsukiji Market and Street Food

Until now, when it comes to Tsukiji Market, it means Tsukiji Outer Market. Tsukiji Market is open from 5:00 am to 14:00. Closed on Sundays and Japanese public holidays. Some stalls are closed extra on Wednesdays. The market is located 14 minutes by subway from Tokyo Station, to the market you remember to visit Namiyoke Inari temple (Temple against the waves - The temple is located at the head of the water, after the temple construction is completed, the waves on the river calm down), Tsukiji Honganji Temple – a Buddhist temple but with Western architecture – inside is almost like a Catholic Church. Although it is no longer possible to visit the seafood market and buy and sell tuna auction here, you go to Tsukiji market to buy souvenirs and have breakfast - lunch with street food or delicious fresh sushi. a great combo.