Fortress Hohensalzburg
Festung Hohensalzburg
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Fortress Hohensalzburg is a majestic medieval castle complex in Salzburg, Austria, towering over the city since the 11th century. As one of Central Europe's largest and best-preserved castles, it offers visitors a deep dive into history, panoramic views, and a diverse cultural program.

📜 Majestic medieval castle complex, one of Central Europe's largest and best-preserved.
🔍 Built in 1077, dominates Salzburg from Festungsberg hill.

Why Go

🏰 Explore historic rooms, multiple museums
🏞️ Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Salzburg
🎶 Experience fortress concerts & cultural events
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with special tours & events

Why Avoid

⚠️ Some interior areas not barrier-free
🚧 Can be crowded during peak season
👶 Footpath steep with steps, not suitable for baby carriages
🚫 Drones prohibited

Tips

🎟️ Buy tickets online to skip queues
🅿️ Mönchsberg garage offers reduced rate if ticket stamped
🐕 Muzzle compulsory for dogs on funicular

Cost

💰 Adults from €11.20, Children from €4.60 (footpath basic). All-inclusive with funicular: Adults €18.00, Children €6.80. Free with SalzburgCard.

Hours

🕒 Daily. Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM. May-Sep: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM. Dec 24: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

Accessibility

♿ Funicular barrier-free, barrier-free tours available.
⬆️ Elevator provides access to courtyard, armory, bastion, marionette museum.
🗣️ Tablets with video guides in sign language.

Dogs

🐕 Welcome in outdoor areas on lead, not allowed indoors (except assistance dogs). Muzzle compulsory on funicular.

Getting There

🚠 Funicular runs every 10 minutes, 1-minute ascent.
🚶‍♀️ Footpath takes about 30 minutes.
🚌 Accessible by train and city trolleybus.
📍 Old town is pedestrian zone, no car access to fortress.