![Burg Hohenwerfen von außen im Nebel](/static_processed/640d98177c21227dc96ad73280ae395b/burg-hohenwerfen-von-aussen-im-nebel.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/2017-10-16_Hohenwerfen_Herbst_251.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
The Hohenwerfen adventure castle
Discover the fortified castle and encounter birds of prey
Experience history up close within historic walls
Fortress Hohenwerfen is majestically enthroned on a rock high above the Salzach Valley. Birds of prey circle around its towers and anyone who steps through the mighty walls enters another world. It's no wonder that the 900-year-old fortified castle just outside the city of Salzburg is a popular family excursion destination: after all, there is plenty to experience and discover at the Pongau castle complex! Here you can experience the Middle Ages with all your senses!
Guided tours for castle enthusiasts & offers for everyone
With our wide range of guided tours , you can experience and discover the 900-year-old fortified castle just as you like: on a classic castle tour, which is included in the admission price, or with special offers for children and families. Of course, groups can also book various guided tours and culinary offers at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle.
Month
![Burg Hohenwerfen Falkner mit Vogel](/static_processed/9bb1c71f1c653c9d98bbe365a9e78209/burg-hohenwerfen-falkner-mit-vogel.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/falknerei/BurgHohenwerfen_Falknerei_1283.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Exclusive small group experience
01.04.2025 - 02.11.2025
![Falknerei Burg Hohenwerfen](/static_processed/347bc710ca95db660ea71d7c049dea26/falknerei-burg-hohenwerfen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/05_18_2015_-_Kinderfuehrung_Burg_Hohenwerfen_1636.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Do you know our eagles, falcons and vultures?
Under the wings of majestic birds of prey
![Kindergeburtstag auf der Burg Hohenwerfen](/static_processed/9cf0b135547f50fe8114f36515b19c3e/kindergeburtstag-auf-der-burg-hohenwerfen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/Kindergeb.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Knights' birthday party for children aged 6 to 14
Party like the knights!
![Kinderfest](/static_processed/33f1dbccede1d0679dab9ef0af68f257/kinderfest.jpeg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/burg_hohenwerfen_turnier_kinder.jpeg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Games in the castle courtyard & children's jousting tournament
May, June & September on weekends | mid-July to mid-August daily | 01.05.2025 - 30.09.2025
![Falknerei Burg Hohenwerfen](/static_processed/9aa1e11d08010670c42c3839ae5f76c2/falknerei-burg-hohenwerfen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/burg-hohenwerfen-header-falknerei.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Classic castle tour
From the creepy torture chamber to the panoramic bell tower
![Ritteressen auf der Burg](/static_processed/ed027e98ec4d77a5a63b3ffd56c33f26/ritteressen-auf-der-burg.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/_36I7783.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Feasting at the castle at lunchtime
The knightly 3-course lunch menu in the castle tavern
![Falknerin mit Vogel Burg Hohenwerfen](/static_processed/9b2b4396955ad29cdc8cd615a06ef4af/falknerin-mit-vogel-burg-hohenwerfen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/falknerei/BurgHohenwerfen_Falknerei_265.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
Classic castle tour - your journey through 900 years of castle history
From the creepy torture chamber to the panoramic bell tower
Diverse events within historic walls
There's lots going on throughout the season in the old walls at a variety of special events - from the summer cinema in the castle courtyard to the big children's festival and mystical castle nights, where guests take a seat at the burgrave's table.
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![Burghof am Abend](/static_processed/1c883763e645fcd667e9601bf2ba3ed4/burghof-am-abend.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/IMG_2693.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
![Mittelalterliches Treiben](/static_processed/1ec0dae976e5fbdeb73a491532386a79/mittelalterliches-treiben.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/2022-08-27_BurgHohenwerfen_MittelalterlichesTreiben_249.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
![Burg Hohenwerfen Wiese Falknerei mit Falkner und Vogel](/static_processed/02d375a35986041330f3030976318ffe/burg-hohenwerfen-wiese-falknerei-mit-falkner-und-vogel.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/20240615_BurgHohenwerfen-UNESCO_kathringollacknerfotografie-122.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
![Mystische Nacht auf der Burg Hohenwerfen](/static_processed/6594d1dea0d0771648dd6ab72c7af041/mystische-nacht-auf-der-burg-hohenwerfen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/burg_hohenwerfen/events/IMG_2700.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":489}}})
What is there to discover at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle?
Go on a digital tour of Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle and find out what there is to discover within the castle walls: Hidden corners and spooky secrets. Exciting stories about historical personalities. But of course also the necessary things ... Just click on the pins and get more information.
![Festung von Aussen Aufsicht](/static_processed/ff244dc15677b01955433848dfceaf49/festung-von-aussen-aufsicht.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/festung_hohensalzburg/aussen/20241029_FestungHohensalzburg-Web_kathringollacknerfotografie-2.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":413}}})
![Burg Mauterndorf von aussen](/static_processed/4d8ae979bceebe16a704205112ed71d3/burg-mauterndorf-von-aussen.jpg?{"image":"https://api.burg-hohenwerfen.at/fileadmin/content/images/MD_Aussen.jpg","outputFormat":{"format":"webp"},"edits":{"resize":{"width":550,"fit":"cover","height":413}}})
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