🏰 Explore Hohenwerfen Fortress in Salzburgland with Siegi Tours
Rock-top castle • Falconry shows • Easy day trip from Salzburg
Discover Hohenwerfen Fortress—a dramatic rock castle perched on a 623 m precipice above Werfen in the Salzach Valley, around 40 km south of Salzburg and roughly 25 minutes from Siegi Tours. Encircled by the Berchtesgaden Alps and Tennen Mountains, it’s the perfect blend of history, scenery and family-friendly fun.
🗺️ Why Visit Hohenwerfen Fortress?
- 🏔️ Epic setting: mountain panoramas and a real medieval stronghold
- 🦅 Falconry center: daily flight demonstrations and a birds-of-prey trail
- 🛡️ Hands-on history: guided tours, weapons exhibits, and princely rooms
- 🍻 Castle tavern & shop: cozy breaks with local flair
- ⬆️ Easy access: ride the lift to the upper courtyard (optional) or walk ~20 minutes
Built 1075–1078 by Archbishop Gebhard of Salzburg, Hohenwerfen is the sister castle to Hohensalzburg—both 11th-century landmarks that shaped Salzburg’s past.
🧭 Guided Tour: What You’ll See (≈ 1 hour)
- ⛪ Fortress chapel & chapel bastion
- 🕳️ Dark staircase & pitch kitchen
- 💧 Cistern and storerooms
- 🗡️ Armoury & arsenal (interactive weapons history)
- ⚙️ Clockworks & bell
- 👑 Princely rooms and period interiors
Friendly guides unpack legends, daily life, and defense tactics—great for kids and curious adults alike.
🦅 Falconry at Hohenwerfen
- Daily flight displays: watch falcons, vultures, and other raptors soar over the valley
- Birds-of-prey learning trail: discover care, conservation, and training
- Austria’s first Falconry Museum: a unique look at this centuries-old craft
Tip: Arrive a little early for the show to grab a good vantage point.
🎒 Practical Info (at a glance)
- 🚗 Getting there: quick trip by car or train from Siegi Tours’ base
- 👣 Access: lift to the upper courtyard (fee) or 20-minute walk
- 🧥 What to bring: sturdy shoes, warm layer, and a camera
- 🕰️ Plan ahead: check tour times and falconry schedules on the day
🏨 Make It a Seamless Day with Siegi Tours
- 🏨 Hotel packages near top sights and lifts
- 🚌 Optional transfers and bundled sightseeing
- 🗺️ Local tips for dining, viewpoints, and nearby attractions
Book your Salzburgland escape:
- ✉️ ski.golf(@)siegitours.com
- ☎️ +43 6415 / 7482
- 🌐 www.siegitours.com
- 🔗 Sightseeing overview: Siegi Tours Sightseeing
We’re happy to help you plan your Austrian Dream Holiday. See you at Siegi’s!
📰 Further Reading from the Siegi Tours Blog & Website
- Sightseeing in Salzburg — fortresses, museums, and river cruises.
- Guide for American Skiers & Snowboarders — culture tips and planning help.
- Family Ski Holidays in Austria — kid-friendly stays and ski school info.
- Learn to Ski Holiday — beginner programs that build confidence fast.
- Adventure Holidays — zip line, canyoning, rafting, paragliding.
- Ski Holidays Offer – Current Deals — weekend & week packages.
- Contact the Siegi Tours Team — tailor-made quotes and availability.
- Siegi Tours Blog – Latest Posts — inspiration and trip ideas.
