Andräviertel is a practical, workaday district close to Salzburg's main train station on the right bank. It's less scenic than the centre but well served by shops, eateries and transport, making it a sensible base for budget-minded travellers and anyone arriving or moving on by rail.
The area sits between the main station and the Neustadt, near Mirabellplatz and Linzergasse, so you're a short walk from Mirabell Gardens and the river crossings into the Old Town. Expect a functional, local atmosphere rather than baroque grandeur, with quieter evenings and everyday amenities close at hand.
Getting around
The main station and its bus links are right here, the Old Town is a 15–20 minute walk or a couple of stops by bus, and W. A. Mozart Airport (SZG) is easily reached by bus or taxi.
Before you book this area
- Vibe
- Convenient and unpretentious rather than picturesque.
- Budget
- Often better value than the Old Town while remaining within walking distance of it.
- Rail access
- Ideal if you have early trains or plan day trips to nearby towns and lakes.
Frequently asked
Is Andräviertel walkable to the Old Town?
Yes — it's roughly a 15–20 minute walk to the historic centre, or a short bus ride if you prefer.
Is it a good area if I'm travelling by train?
Very much so; it's beside the main station, so it's convenient for arrivals, departures and day trips.
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