About this place
Hohensalzburg Fortress sits atop the Festungsberg and dominates the Salzburg skyline. It is accessible by a funicular railway that has been operating since 1892. The castle complex includes the princely chambers, a marionette museum, and the Rainer Regiment Museum. It offers a 360 degree panoramic view of the city and the surrounding mountains.
Key facts
- 1077 year — Construction of the fortress began
- 506 meters — Elevation of the fortress above sea level
📍 Michael-Haydn-Stiege, 5020, Salzburg