Rupertikirtag
Photo: Eweht · CC BY-SA 4.0
About
Salzburg's biggest folk fair honours the city's patron saint, St Rupert, each September, turning the squares of the Old Town into a lively mix of traditional rides, brass-band music, craft stalls and hearty Austrian food.
Highlights
- A centuries-old folk fair filling the heart of the Old Town.
- Traditional fairground rides, brass bands and dirndl-and-lederhosen crowds.
- Regional specialities, from Bosna sausages to fresh Krapfen.
Practical tips
- Go in the early evening for the best atmosphere and lighting.
- Bring cash for smaller food and craft stalls.
- Expect lively crowds; it's one of the city's most popular events.
Where it is
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