Erlebnisburg Hohenwerfen

Burgstrasse 2, Werfen, Austria

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Introduction

Hohenwerfen Castle is located in the town of Werfen in the state of Salzburg, Austria. It is situated in the Salzach River Valley, 40 kilometers away from Salzburg. The castle, along with the Salzburg Fortress, is known as the "sister castles" and has a history that dates back to the 11th century. Hohenwerfen Castle is surrounded by mountains, making it strategically advantageous and difficult to attack during times of war. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the castle's surroundings, including the towering green mountains, clear blue skies, and the little houses below, from a 360-degree perspective when they climb up to the castle.

Address

Burgstrasse 2, Werfen, Austria

Opening hours

Open from March 29th to November 3rd. From May to September, opening hours are 9:00-17:00 (with extended hours until 18:00 from July 22 to August 16). In October, opening hours are 9:30-16:00. Closed every Monday in April.

Transportation

From Salzburg, you can take the S-Bahn train to Pfarrwerfen, which takes about 45 minutes and runs every 30 minutes. Then you arrive at the foot of the mountain, and the castle is located on the top of a 155-meter hill. You can either walk or take a cable car up the mountain.

Phone +43(0)6468/7603

Website http://www.salzburg-burgen.at/it/