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Exclusive tours for small groups
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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![Group of tourists listening to a guide inside a historic ornate building](/static_processed/363dcb48adb52017a57f4c8f90625e62/group-of-tourists-listening-to-a-guide-inside-a-historic-ornate-building.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/kinder/20241029_FestungHohensalzburg-Web_kathringollacknerfotografie-131.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
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.
![Historic Hohensalzburg Fortress on hilltop with funicular railway and blue sky](/static_processed/4e16b5a187ac73c2e37bcbe737d8130f/historic-hohensalzburg-fortress-on-hilltop-with-funicular-railway-and-blue-sky.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/aussen/20241029_FestungHohensalzburg-Web_kathringollacknerfotografie-2.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover","height":1280}}})
Panoramic views from the tower
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Impressions of the inner courtyard
![Historic wooden room with blue painted paneling, ornate ceiling, and carved chest on display](/static_processed/641234b4da0edaf53a39c1cf3e869cbf/historic-wooden-room-with-blue-painted-paneling-ornate-ceiling-and-carved-chest-on-display.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/raeumlichkeiten/fuerstenzimmer_1.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover","height":1280}}})
Within the old walls
![Concert hall with wooden chairs, grand piano, stage lighting, and medieval crest decor](/static_processed/30b4e978acb569d02fc25bdbaadc17cd/concert-hall-with-wooden-chairs-grand-piano-stage-lighting-and-medieval-crest-decor.jpg?{"image":"https://api.festung-hohensalzburg.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/raeumlichkeiten/wappensaal_3_mit_namen.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":640,"fit":"cover","height":1280}}})
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.
Mask making for carnival
07. February 2026| 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMVacation special: Night at the fortress - flashlight tour
11. February 2026| 5:30 PM - 6:45 PMAnything but Valentine's Day: classic guided tour of the fortress with aperitif
14. February 2026| 3:30 PM - 5:00 PMFamily tour: Up high and down low
15. February 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMSchool watches museum: Surprise tours
04. March 2026| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMSchool watches museum: Surprise tours
04. March 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMSchool watches museum: Surprise tours
04. March 2026| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMFamily tour: Of unicorns and wild men
15. March 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMMedieval dance workshop
18. March 2026| 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMFamily tour with Easter crafts and Easter egg race in the castle courtyard
02. April 2026| 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMFamily tour with Easter crafts and Easter egg race in the castle courtyard
02. April 2026| 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMFamily tour with Easter crafts and Easter egg race in the castle courtyard
03. April 2026| 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMFamily tour with Easter crafts and Easter egg race in the castle courtyard
03. April 2026| 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMFamily tour: Beet tracks
19. April 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMGeorge and his dragon (family program)
24. April 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:30 PMSt. George's ride to the fortress
26. April 2026| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMSword fighting workshop
29. May 2026| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMFamily tour: Wonderful coats of arms
14. June 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMAtmospheric Thursday evening tour
09. July 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMHighlight Tour in english
16. July 2026| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PMFamily tour: Splendor and baking
19. July 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMAtmospheric Thursday evening tour
23. July 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMAtmospheric Thursday evening tour
06. August 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMHighlight Tour in english
13. August 2026| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PMFamily tour: Up high and down low
16. August 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMAtmospheric Thursday evening tour
20. August 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMMedieval festival
29. August 2026| 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMMedieval festival
30. August 2026| 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMAtmospheric Thursday evening tour
03. September 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMHighlight Tour in english
10. September 2026| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PMFamily tour: Of unicorns and wild men
20. September 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMMedieval dance workshop
13. October 2026| 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMNational Day program: Surprise tours
26. October 2026| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMNational Day program: Surprise tours
26. October 2026| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMPumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29. October 2026| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMPumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29. October 2026| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMPumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29. October 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMPumpkin carving & competition: Vote for the scariest and friendliest pumpkin
29. October 2026| 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMFlashlight tour (suitable for children)
30. October 2026| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMFlashlight tour (suitable for children)
30. October 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMFlashlight tour (suitable for children)
31. October 2026| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMFlashlight tour (adults)
31. October 2026| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMLantern procession to Hohensalzburg Fortress
07. November 2026| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMFamily tour: Splendor and baking
15. November 2026| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMSword fighting workshop
20. November 2026| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMEnchanting Christmas Tour (English)
28. November 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMOn the trail of the Christ Child: Advent tour for children
29. November 2026| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMEnchanting Christmas Tour (English)
05. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMOn the trail of the Christ Child: Advent tour for children
06. December 2026| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMEnchanting Advent tour
06. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMAdvent market at Hohensalzburg Fortress
07. December 2026| 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMAdvent market at Hohensalzburg Fortress
08. December 2026| 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMEnchanting Christmas Tour (English)
12. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMOn the trail of the Christ Child: Advent tour for children
13. December 2026| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMEnchanting Advent tour
13. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMEnchanting Christmas Tour (English)
19. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMOn the trail of the Christ Child: Advent tour for children
20. December 2026| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMEnchanting Advent tour
20. December 2026| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMFestungsroas for the Raunacht
27. December 2026| 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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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