Explore one of the most beautiful castles in Austria

A refreshing experience awaits you at the over 900-year-old Hohenwerfen Fortress in the Pongau region of Salzburg. On the steep peak, high above the Salzach valley, the gentle breeze from the surrounding mountains caresses your face while peeking through the battlement embrasures.

OPENING HOURS:

Aug – Sept 9.00–17.00

Offers & tours

Angebote für Gruppen

Group offers

Embark on an exciting trip back to the Middle Ages with friends, colleagues or family. Discover the hidden corners of the Hohenwerfen Castle during our special individual tours. Afterwards, why not go for a knightly meal in the castle tavern!
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Kinderaudioguide

Offers for school classes

Hohenwerfen Castle offers school classes, children and youth groups the chance to experience history at first hand. Instead of just learning dates, our tours enable young and inquisitive visitors to discover exciting and interesting details on the Archbishops’ lives and the architectural history of the fortification.
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Kinder auf der Burg Hohenwerfen

Families & children

The 900-year-old fortified castle in the Salzburg Pongau makes the Middle Ages come to life and is one of the most popular destinations for families with children. Enjoy fantastic demonstrations with birds of prey, an exciting rally quiz for children, guided tours for adults and children, special exhibitions and lots of fun.
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Impressions of Hohenwerfen adventure castle

Embark on a fascinating trip back to the Middle Ages.

Ausstellung Werfen Mythos Jackl – Zauberer und Hexen in Salzburg
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The Legend of Jackl – Wizards and Witches
Die Burg Hohenwerfen aus der Luft
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Hohenwerfen Castle from above
Die Burg von Außen
The castle from the outside
Mittelalterliches Treiben
Medieval hustle and bustle
Advent auf der Burg Hohenwerfen
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Advent season at Hohenwerfen adventure castle
Die Falknerin
The falconer
Die Burg Hohenwerfen im Winter
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Hohenwerfen Castle in the winter
Slackline
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On the slackline over the castle courtyard
Winterwonderland
360 degrees Winterwonderland
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1077

THE HISTORY

A period of turmoil preceded the construction of the Hohenwerfen Castle in Salzburg. Political unrest and the investiture conflict made it necessary to build fortified sites for the archdiocese, and thus Hohenwerfen Castle was built in the year 1077 under Archbishop Gebhard.
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Information for your visit

Book a ticket online in advance for guaranteed access on your visit! (The purchase of remaining tickets on site is subject to availability)

• Admission depends on the provision of one of the three Covid guarantees (3G): A valid negative Covid test, proof of vaccination or proof of recovery. Visitors must register on site either digitally or in writing. 

• FFP2 masks obligatory in all indoor areas, staircases and lifts.

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