The Sound of Music - Ending Explained

The ending of “The Sound of Music“ sees the von Trapp family’s daring escape from Austria to evade the impending threat of the Nazi regime. Here’s a breakdown of the final moments: After performing at the Salzburg Festival, the von Trapp family, led by Captain Georg von Trapp and Maria, secretly leaves the festival and returns home. They find their home occupied by Nazi soldiers, but manage to retrieve their belongings and escape through the garden without being noticed. The family seeks refuge in the nearby abbey, where Maria used to reside as a novice nun. They receive assistance from the nuns, who arrange for their escape. Sister Margaretta informs the family that they can take the cemetery path to reach Switzerland. While the von Trapps are making their way to the path, they are discovered by Rolf, Liesl’s former love interest who has joined the Nazi party. Rolf hesitates but ultimately lets them go, allowing the family to continue their escape. As they re