Castles Near Salzburg | 2 Guides

Salzburg's dramatic fortress provides just a taste of the castle heritage surrounding this Alpine city—medieval strongholds guarding mountain passes, lakeside palaces reflected in crystal waters, and hunting lodges where Habsburg emperors escaped summer heat. Our castle guides take you to Hohenwerfen's dramatic clifftop fortress, the fairy-tale lake palaces of the Salzkammergut, and the countless castles and ruins that dot the Austrian countryside. Discover the stories of the prince-archbishops, emperors, and nobles who built these impressive structures and left their marks on this strategic Alpine crossroads.