Hohensalzburg Fortress (Salzburg Fortress) was built in the 11th century by Archbishop Gebhard and is the largest unconquered fortress in Europe. Hohensalzburg Fortress offers a stunning view of the city of Salzburg and getting there by a funicular is real fun. The funicular railway was built in 1892 to provide an easy access up the hill. The station is on the Festungsgasse, very close to the Salzburg cathedral.

During different periods in Salzburg’s history the Hohensalzburg Fortress was used as a residence and fortress or as prison. It is open all year round and is a must see attraction.






View from the Hohensalzburg over beautiful Salzburg



View from the city and Salzach River



The Houses in the fortress



View from Hohensalzburg over the city



The church in the Fortress



Hohensalzburg Fortress funicular


Where is Hohensalzburg Fortress: Mönchsberg 34

How to get to Hohensalzburg Fortress: By foot, or Funicular station is on the Festungsgasse, train departs every 10 minutes

Opening Hours: Courtyards
15 March to 14 June: 9 am to 6 pm
15 June to 14 September: 8.30 am to 8 pm
15 September to 14 March: 9 am to 5 pm


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