Mozarts Geburtshaus, Birthplace of a Musical Genius

Getreidegasse 9, 5020 Salzburg

The former residence introduces the Mozart family

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Introduction

Mozart's birthplace is located at Getreidegasse 9, the main street in the old town of Austria. The yellow building, adorned with the Austrian flag and a piano-shaped music sign, is known as Mozart's House. Mozart's father, a violinist, lived with his family on the third floor of this building from 1747 to 1773. In 1880, the first Mozart museum was established here and gradually transformed into today's Mozart's Birthplace Museum, attracting thousands of Mozart and classical music enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the rooms where Mozart and his family lived, admire historical instruments, documents, portraits, memorabilia, and the Mozart family's correspondence. The renovated museum has sparked controversy among locals, as some believe that the museum designers did not fully understand Mozart and failed to preserve the true appearance of Mozart's family home. The author has visited both versions of the museum, and the current version is more modern and lacks traditional charm, but it provides a more comprehensive display of Mozart's works. For example, there are models and detailed explanations of Mozart's famous operas on the second floor, which is a great delight for professionals and enthusiasts. Personal preferences may vary regarding the changes made to Mozart's birthplace. Please note that wheelchairs or mobility scooters cannot be used inside the museum.