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Festung Hohensalzburg

Salzburg’s landmark towers on a rocky ridge 122m above the Salzach River and literally dominates Salzburg. Hohensalzburg is the largest preserved medieval fortress in Central Europe.

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Founded in 1077, the massive fortress was altered and increased on several occasions over the centuries, before being arranged as a residence in late gothic style. Until 1803 Hohensalzburg was seat of the Archbishops; in 1861 Franz Joseph abandoned Hohensalzburg as fortress. For a while afterwards it served as barracks and today is a museum.

The interior boasts impressive state rooms and remarkable vaults testifying to the fortress’ rich history. Other attractions include a ride with the fortress funicular, the Rainer Regimentsmuseum, the Puppet Museum and a good multi-vision show. Today the state rooms, the romantic courtyard and the bastion play host to all kinds of events.

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