Tucked below the headlines of terror yesterday was another sad note, from a very uplifting life. Charmain Carr, the actress who played Liesl in The Sound of Music, has died. For all of us who love the movie, or love the story and spirit of the real von Trapp family, or love the city of Salzburg– and this must surely include a lot of us– this news is sure to prompt a moment of reflection.
I offer a small tribute here: photos of Salzburg and the Villa Trapp in a muted sepia.
The Hohensalzburg Fortress rises over the city streets.
St. Peter’s Cemetery, Salzburg. Familiar from the movie Sound of Music, and a beautiful, poignant place to visit. The von Trapps didn’t actually have to hide out here, but it’s a lovely and historical spot. We walked through two days before Christmas, and families were placing small Christmas trees before the larger graves and preparing the trees with candles to be lit for the holiday.
Another remarkable view from St. Peter’s, with the Hohensalzburg looming large.
Outside of Salzburg, at Hellbrunn Palace. A quiet spot for anyone who is, or feels like they are, 16 going on 17. For a time, the gazebo was open for visitors to come, sit, enjoy, and maybe (maybe?) sing a little. After an elderly woman fell and broke a bone–apparently having slipped and fallen while reenacting the scene where Liesl leaps from one bench to the next, all the while singing– the gazebo was locked for good. (An unfortunate end to her escapades, but I bet it was totally worth it.) Today, you may pay your respects, but you may no longer sing and dance.
The elegant Villa Trapp, home of the von Trapp family in earlier times. Now a boutique hotel, a truly delightful, historical, and hospitable place to stay.
Wonderful. Thank you. Was so sad to hear of her passing. Of course I had a massive crush on her in high school, and a love for the movie. BTW, Heather Menzies, Louisa, attended my high school.
I’ve been to Salzburg, but for some reason I never got to see all the Sound of Music filming locations (even though it’s one of my favourite movies!), so it was nice to live vicariously through your pictures. The graveyard looks especially lovely.
Gorgeous pictures – Salzburg looks great in sepia! Love the city and we did the Sound of Music tour a few years ago – loved that too, I’m such a fan of the movie and the Von Trapp story.
Thanks. We love the city too. It’s so beautiful (both the city and the environs) and has a great history, and because it’s not huge it just feels really accessible. I’m getting Salzburg -withdrawal pangs just thinking about it!
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Wonderful. Thank you. Was so sad to hear of her passing. Of course I had a massive crush on her in high school, and a love for the movie. BTW, Heather Menzies, Louisa, attended my high school.
Thank you. How interesting that you have a little connection to the cast– always fun!
Oh my the photos of Saltzburg bring back good memories, very nice.
Great town. One of our favorites–interesting place, incredible city and history, and still small enough to have an intimate feel.
I’ve been to Salzburg, but for some reason I never got to see all the Sound of Music filming locations (even though it’s one of my favourite movies!), so it was nice to live vicariously through your pictures. The graveyard looks especially lovely.
The graveyard is splendid– especially given the way to huddles up next to the cliffs with the fortress.
One of my favorite cities in the world. So beautiful.
Gorgeous pictures – Salzburg looks great in sepia! Love the city and we did the Sound of Music tour a few years ago – loved that too, I’m such a fan of the movie and the Von Trapp story.
Thanks. We love the city too. It’s so beautiful (both the city and the environs) and has a great history, and because it’s not huge it just feels really accessible. I’m getting Salzburg -withdrawal pangs just thinking about it!
Pawsome photos!
If given the chance my huMom would have re-inacted the scene as well.
3 bum swings! 3 more!
Charmain Carr will live on in our hearts & memories.
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Beautiful photos and you have a lovely blog.
Thank you very much. Thanks for stopping by!
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What a lovely tribute in photos.
Thank you– and thanks for stopping by!
Great sepia to give a feel of old world beauty!
Thanks.