The Hohensalzburg Fortress is the landmark of the city of Salzburg. It is one of the largest preserved medieval castle complexes in Europe from the 11th century and an unmistakable part of Salzburg's world-famous silhouette.
At the castle you can learn about the everyday life of the people in the time of the archbishops. During the tour you can visit the panoramic tower, the fortress concerts, the feudal princes' rooms, the torture chamber, the illuminated lower chapel or the fortress museum.
The fastest way to get to Hohensalzburg Fortress is to take the fortress railway. This funicular railway is the oldest in Austria and has been carrying visitors since 1892, although nowadays it uses modern technology.
Friday
24°C
Saturday
24°C
Sunday
25°C
morning
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afternoon
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Forecast
The warm, yet not very stable summer weather will stay with us on Friday. Sultry, warm maritime air will continue to produce sunshine during the day and a moderate risk of thunderstorms in the afternoon and in the evening.
Last update: 21.08.2026
Saturday
22.08.2026
Sunday
23.08.2026
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All in all, the weekend will be average. There will be variable amounts of clouds, but only a few scattered showers and sunshine at times. On Monday we will see a further improvement in the weather.
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