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Small group tour
Discover the fortress like never before: private & absolutely extraordinary
Experience history up close within historic walls
A landmark visible from afar, Fortress Hohensalzburg towers majestically over the rooftops of the city of Salzburg. Within its historic walls, you can experience times long past up close: behind every archway is a piece of history. Every room tells exciting stories. Fates are hidden behind every coat of arms. After all, Fortress Hohensalzburg has grown since the 11th century to become one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe, covering an area of 32,000 m².
Guided tours for fortress explorers and castle conquerors
With our diverse guided tours you can experience and discover the Salzburg landmark just the way you want: on atmospheric evening tourson guided tours for the whole family or special offers for childrenspecial tours for senior citizens, barrier-free barrier-free tours for visitors with restricted mobility or for all those who like it short and crisp, with a free quick tour. Groups of ten people or more are welcome to book an individual group tour book. Simply put together a tailor-made tour to suit your interests and time. If you prefer to explore the fortress on your own and are looking for quick views of the city, you should opt for the panoramic tour tour.
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Highlights for your visit high above the rooftops of the city
Discover the highlights of Fortress Hohensalzburg such as the magnificent Princes' Rooms, the Magic Theater on the High Level, the Great Armoury in the castle courtyard, the various museums or the breathtaking views over the rooftops of the city. By the way: you can explore Fortress Hohensalzburg before your visit on our virtual tours.
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Panoramic views from the tower
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Impressions of the inner courtyard
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Within the old walls
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Concerts in the Wappensaal
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Magic theater
Diverse events within historic walls
The centuries-old fortress walls are not only home to the history of times long past, but are still the scene of a diverse cultural life today. A wide variety of events - from the Sunday tower blowing and the popular fortress concerts to the romantic Advent market in the castle courtyard - ensure a diverse range of activities within the historic walls all year round.
Month
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Salzburg Fortress Concerts
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Tower blowing from the trumpeter tower
all year round | every Sunday | 11:45 - 12:00 a.m.
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Hohensalzburg Quick Tour
01.05.2025 - 30.09.2025 | 09:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
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On easy paths: Fortress walk with just a few steps
06.05.2025 | 17:30Â
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Family tour: Beet tracks
18.05.2025 | 10:30Â
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Sunset chiller U30
28.05. | 19:30
On easy paths: Fortress walk with just a few steps
03.06.2025 | 17:30Â
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Peasant uprising
05.06.2025
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Pop Up Yoga at Fortress Hohensalzburg
08.06.2025 | 06:30 - 08:30Â
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Self-portraits in unusual places
12.06. | 18:30
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Family tour: scales, beaks, claws
15.06.2025 | 10:30Â
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Traces of the sun: summer solstice at the fortress
21.06.2025 | 19:30Â
On easy paths: Fortress walk with just a few steps
01.07.2025 | 17:30Â
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Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
03.07.2025 | 19:30Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
10.07.2025 | 19:30Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
17.07.2025 | 19:30Â
Pop Up Yoga at Fortress Hohensalzburg
20.07.2025 | 06:30 - 08:30Â
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Family tour: Wonderful coats of arms
20.07.2025 | 10:30Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
24.07.2025 | 19:30Â
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Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
27.07.2025 | 20:15Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
30.07.2025 | 20:15Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
31.07.2025 | 19:30Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
01.08.2025 | 20:15Â
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Open Studio - Summer Academy
01.08.2025 | 16:00 - 20:00Â
On easy paths: Fortress walk with just a few steps
05.08.2025 | 17:30Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
07.08.2025 | 19:30Â
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"The Siege" (theater) in the Burghof / Stieglkeller
07. - 16.08.2025
Pop Up Yoga at Fortress Hohensalzburg
10.08.2025 | 06:30 - 08:30Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
13.08.2025 | 20:15Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
14.08.2025 | 19:30Â
Open Studio - Summer Academy
15.08.2025 | 16:00 - 20:00Â
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Family tour: Up high and down low
17.08.2025 | 10:30Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
17.08.2025 | 20:15Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
20.08.2025 | 20:15Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
21.08.2025 | 19:30Â
Everyman at Fortress Hohensalzburg
22.08.2025 | 20:15Â
Jedermann at Fortress Hohensalzburg
24.08.2025 | 20:15Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
28.08.2025 | 19:30Â
Open Studio - Summer Academy
29.08.2025 | 16:00 - 20:00Â
Pop Up Yoga at Fortress Hohensalzburg
31.08.2025 | 06:30 - 08:30Â
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Peasant uprising! Armistice and (peace) agreement
31.08.2025 | 18:30 - 19:30Â
On easy paths: Fortress walk with just a few steps
02.09.2025 | 17:30Â
Atmospheric Thursday evening tour
04.09.2025 | 19:30Â
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Medieval festival
13.09.2025 - 14.09.2025 | 10:00 - 18:00Â
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Family tour: Of unicorns and wild men
21.09.2025 | 10:30Â
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Family tour: Splendor and baking
19.10.2025 | 10:30Â
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National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 10:00Â
National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 12:00Â
National Day program: Surprise tours
26.10.2025 | 14:00Â
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Pumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29.10.2025 | 13:00 - 17:00Â
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Flashlight tour (suitable for children)
30.10.2025 | 17:30Â
Flashlight tour (suitable for children)
30.10.2025 | 19:00Â
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Sword fighting
06.11.2025 | 17:00Â
Family tour: Wonderful coats of arms
16.11.2025 | 10:30Â
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Cheers! After-work special
19.11.2025 | 17:00Â
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Enchanting Christmas Tour (English)
14.12.2025 | 13:00Â
What is there to discover at the fortress?
Go on a digital tour of Fortress Hohensalzburg and find out what there is to discover within the castle walls: Hidden corners and spooky secrets. Exciting stories about historical personalities. But of course also the necessary things ... Just click on the pins and get more information.
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