At Park's northern extent is Chaine des Puys (Monts Domes) - a chain of volcanic creations that takes in magnificent crater of Puy de Dome. The Chaine des Puys is youngest volcanic chain in Parc de Volcans, its mountains last spewing lava across landscape some 6000 years ago. The Puy de Dome volcano represents highest peak here and is easily accessible by foot or by car.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - arguably greatest music composer ever to walk this Earth - was born on January 27th 1756 in Salzburg, Austria. Next year (2006) is his 250th birthday and you're invited to Austria to celebrate life and works of this musical genius in style!

The party begins in cities and towns across country in January. Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace, is focus for several events, including performances of all 22 of Mozart's operas. The official launch of 'Mozart-Year' takes place (fittingly) on January 27th with a two-day festival in city - theme "The City is Stage".

Here is a list of all Mozart events in Salzburg through 2006:

Jan 27-29, 2006 Mozart Year - Launch Festival: Theme "The City is Stage"

Jan 20-Feb 5, 2006 Mozart Week: Twenty-five concert performances celebrating Mozart's work. Performers featured include some of best-known conductors, soloists, singers, orchestras and ensembles in world today

Jan 17, 2006 - Jan 7, 2007 "Viva!Mozart" Exhibition at Salzburg Carolino Augusteum Museum