Hohensalzburg Fortress

Perched majestically atop Salzburg's highest point, this immense medieval fortress commands breathtaking views across the Alpine city and Salzach Valley below. Built in 1077 and expanded over centuries, Hohensalzburg stands as one of Europe's largest surviving castles with its golden sandstone walls glowing warmly in afternoon light. Inside, you'll discover richly decorated rooms, falconry exhibits, and puppet museums that bring centuries of prince-archbishop rule vividly to life.