Opening Scene Lakes (St. Gilgen & Wolfgangsee)
Opening Scene Lakes (St. Gilgen & Wolfgangsee) in St. Gilgen, Austria is a filming location for The Sound of Music (1965). It appears on screen as Austrian Lake District.
Location Names
St. Gilgen & Wolfgangsee Lake
Austrian Lake District
About This Location
The pristine alpine lakes and villages featured in the film's opening aerial scenes of the Austrian countryside.
Featured In
The Sound of Music
Filming Details
Filming Period
Spring-Summer 1964
Areas Used
Alpine lake Wolfgangsee, charming lakeside village, traditional Austrian architecture, mountain reflections
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Salzkammergut lake region, Mozart's mother birthplace, scenic railway to Schafberg mountain, UNESCO World Heritage region
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
St. Gilgen, 5340, Austria
St. Gilgen, Austria
Visiting Opening Scene Lakes (St. Gilgen & Wolfgangsee)
Opening Hours
Village & Lake: 24/7 public access, Schafberg Railway: May-Oct 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Entry Fees
Village visit: Free, Schafberg Railway: Adults €39, Children €19, Lake boat tours: €15-25
Accessibility
Lakeside promenade wheelchair accessible, village center accessible
Travel Information
50km E of Salzburg, bus route 150 (1 hour), car via A1 then B158 (45 min), boat connections.
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Opening Scene Lakes (St. Gilgen & Wolfgangsee) Filming Locations
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