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Festung Hohensalzburg

Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.

Just a short cable car ride from the city you’ll find the impressive Festung Hohensalzburg, a name which translates to “High Salzburg Fortress.” Visit this walled castle to browse art exhibitions and museums and shop at the outdoor market. If you’re lucky there may be a concert on during your visit. This is a great family outing for an afternoon.

Built in 1077 by Archbishop Gebhard, Festung Hohensalzburg has served as a fort, a private residence, a prison and military barracks. Today, the city views and well-preserved regency rooms make this well-preserved castle one of Salzburg’s most popular attractions.

As you tour the rooms of one of Europe’s largest medieval castles, you’ll see where royalty once dined and slept. Admire the detailed Gothic wood carvings adorning the walls of the Golden Hall. Look up to see a ceiling beam painted with Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach’s coat of arms: a regal lion holding a beetroot (or turnip). You’ll notice this symbol in over 50 different places around the fortress. The Golden Chamber is where you’ll find lavish furnishings befitting a king.

You can either tour this massive fortress on your own, or with the help of an audio guide that explains various aspects of the rooms, torture chamber and battlements. Climb the Reckturm watchtower for the best panoramic views of the city and surrounding area. There are three museums to explore, including the Marionette Museum displaying puppets from the Salzburg Marionette Theater.

The site hosts a number of cultural events during the heavily touristed summer months. Art exhibitions are held from June to September. There’s also a series of Salzburg Fortress Concerts that take place in the medieval chambers. Check the Festung Hohensalzburg website for a schedule of concerts and other events.

Festung Hohensalzburg is situated on the eastern end of Mönchsberg mountain, a short walk from Salzburg’s Old Town. The cable railway, which runs every 10 minutes, takes you up the mountain in just minutes. Alternatively, walk up Festungsgasse lane until you reach the fortress courtyard. Festung Hohensalzburg is open daily.

Guide to Exploring around Fortress Hohensalzburg

Salzburg Cathedral (Salzburger Dom)

Step back in time to the eighth century at one of Salzburg’s most important historic sites and one of Europe’s most beautiful churches.

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Augustiner Brewery

This former monastery has been brewing beer since the early 1600s, using a recipe that’s been a well-kept secret for four centuries.

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Kapuzinerberg

This mountain provides views of the Old Town and the Salzach River. On a clear day, it’s possible to see as far as Bavaria.

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Getreidegasse Lane

Salzburg’s famous shopping street is known for its narrow, medieval houses as well as Mozart’s Birthplace and Museum.

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Mirabell Palace (Schloss Mirabell)

See one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world at this magnificent palace, originally built as a grand gesture of love.

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Salzburg Residenz

This regal 13th-century palace is a cultural hub, serving as an art gallery and concert venue.

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Mozart Square (Mozartplatz)

This charming cobblestone square features a statue of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the Salzburg Museum.

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Museum of Modern Art Mönchsberg (Museum der Moderne Mönchsberg)

This dramatic cliffside museum offers breathtaking views, both inside the galleries and outside the windows.

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Residenzplatz

This Old Town square, home to two bishops’ palaces, is a popular venue for concerts, sporting events and festivities.

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Leopoldskron Palace (Schloss Leopoldskron)

This picturesque palace hosted the first Salzburg Festival and was later immortalized during the filming of the 1965 movie The Sound of Music.

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Mozart's Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus)

Learn about the life, family and work of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart via exhibitions in the rooms of the house where he was born.

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Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn)

This palace, originally a summer residence for the archbishops of Salzburg, is famous for the whimsical water games of the Trick Fountains.

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Salzburg Museum

Discover the rich historical and cultural heritage of Salzburg at this award-winning museum, located in a palace complete with a chiming bell tower.
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Salzburg Marionette Theater

Delight in magnificent marionette renditions of famous operas, ballets and musicals at this century-old institution, suitable for adults and children alike.
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Dorint City-Hotel Salzburg $68

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Jun 6 - Jun 7

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Dorint City-Hotel Salzburg

Dorint City-Hotel Salzburg

Sterneckstrasse 20, Salzburg, Salzburg
     
    4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    Located in Schallmoos, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Linzer Gasse and Mirabell Palace and Gardens. Salzburg Cathedral and Fortress Hohensalzburg are also within 2 mi (3 km). Salzburg Gnigl Station is 13 minutes by foot and Salzburg Central Station is 14 minutes.

    Hotel Stein (Adults Only) $145

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    Jun 16 - Jun 17

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    Hotel Stein (Adults Only)

    Hotel Stein (Adults Only)

    Giselakai 3 - 5, Salzburg
       
      4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

      Located in City Centre Salzburg, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Linzer Gasse, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mirabell Palace and Gardens. Fortress Hohensalzburg is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away. Salzburg Central Station is 18 minutes by foot and Salzburg Gnigl Station is 27 minutes.

      Hotel Sacher Salzburg $257

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      Jul 1 - Jul 2

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      Hotel Sacher Salzburg

      Hotel Sacher Salzburg

      Schwarzstrasse 5-7, Salzburg, Salzburg
         
        5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

        This family-friendly Salzburg hotel is located on the riverwalk, within a 10-minute walk of Salzburger Landestheater, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, and Salzburg Cathedral. Fortress Hohensalzburg is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away. Salzburg Central Station is 18 minutes by foot and Salzburg Gnigl Station is 29 minutes.

        Haus Arenberg $111

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        Jun 3 - Jun 4

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        Haus Arenberg

        Haus Arenberg

        Blumensteinstraße 8, Salzburg, Salzburg
           
          4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

          Located in the heart of Salzburg, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mozart's Birthplace. Mozarteum University of Salzburg and Getreidegasse are also within 1 mi (2 km). Salzburg Gnigl Station is 26 minutes by foot.

          IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg $160

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          Jun 4 - Jun 5

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          IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg

          IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg

          Rainerstrasse 6-8, Salzburg, Salzburg
             
            4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

            Located in the city center of Salzburg, this hotel is near the airport and within walking distance of Salzburg Congress Convention Center, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, and Mozarteum University of Salzburg. Also nearby are Getreidegasse and Mozart's Birthplace. Salzburg Central Station is 9 minutes by foot and Salzburg Gnigl Station is 26 minutes.

            Villa Carlton
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            Villa Carlton

            Villa Carlton

            Markus-Sittikus-Strasse 3, Salzburg, Salzburg
               
              4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

              Located in City Centre Salzburg, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Salzburg Congress Convention Center and Mirabell Palace and Gardens. Salzburg Cathedral and Fortress Hohensalzburg are also within 1 mi (2 km). Salzburg Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Salzburg Gnigl Station is 28 minutes.

              Lasserhof Salzburg $87

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              Jun 3 - Jun 4

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              Lasserhof Salzburg

              Lasserhof Salzburg

              Lasser Str 47, Salzburg, Salzburg
                 
                3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                Located in City Centre Salzburg, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Salzburg Congress Convention Center and Mirabell Palace and Gardens. Salzburg Cathedral and Fortress Hohensalzburg are also within 1 mi (2 km). Salzburg Central Station is 8 minutes by foot and Salzburg Gnigl Station is 21 minutes.

                MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center $69

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                Jun 16 - Jun 17

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                MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center

                MEININGER Hotel Salzburg City Center

                Fuerbergstrasse 18-20, Salzburg, Salzburg
                   
                  2.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                  Located in Gnigl, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Linzer Gasse, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, and Salzburg Cathedral. Fortress Hohensalzburg is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. Salzburg Gnigl Station is 6 minutes by foot and Salzburg Central Station is 26 minutes.

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