Hohensalzburg Fortress
Salzburg FortressHohensalzburg Fortress - the Mozart city landmark
The Hohensalzburg Fortress looks down imposingly upon the old town of Salzburg. Delight in unique views from this medieval stronghold or enjoy Salzburg specialities on the fortress hill.
The Hohensalzburg Fortress is a landmark of Mozart's city. The majestic stronghold is a popular destination in Salzburg. Hohensalzburg is the largest preserved medieval fortress in Europe. The fortress lies on the Festungsberg looking down on the city of Mozart. The Hohensalzburg Fortress used to be the residence of the archbishops and served to defend the wealthy archbishopric of Salzburg. During its history spanning more than 500 years, enemies were never able to breach the impressive fortifications. Visit the proud landmarks of the city of Salzburg and take a journey into the past.
You can reach the fortress on foot or using the modern fortress railway, a cable car lift. Once you arrive at the fortress, you can visit the ostentatious interior rooms and also view the fortifications. The inner courtyard houses several living and state apartments, two walled palaces, an own chapel and several outbuildings. Thanks to its excellent preservation and its central location in the heart of the Salzburg old town, Hohensalzburg Fortress is noted for being a true crowd puller. For more extensive information during your visit to the fortress, tours of the interior rooms with audio guides are available. In addition to viewing the fortress itself, you can also attend one of the concerts that are regularly held there. The Salzburg fortress concerts are framed by the unique atmosphere of the Salzburg fortress and promise you unforgettable hours of classical music.
Salzburg FortressA special tip: on your way back from the fortress to the city you will pass the historic StieglKeller Restaurant. From the lift station of the fortress railway it is just a few metres to the StieglKeller. This IMLAUER restaurant is worth seeing: a large terrace-styled beer garden and shady trees as well as a stylish interior await you. Enjoy a spectacular view of the city of Salzburg in the beautiful garden accompanied by freshly pulled Salzburg beer and Austrian specialities.
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