Fortress Museum

The Fortress Museum in the magnificent rooms of Hohensalzburg Fortress showcases the history of the creation of the largest preserved medieval fortress complex in Europe.

The History of the Fortress Museum

The current museum traces its origins back to the castle museum, which was established in 1952 in the fortress. Countless renovations and expansions – most recently in 2019 – have contributed to its present appearance. The Fortress Museum is part of the Salzburg Museum.

The Exhibits of the Fortress Museum

Displayed are Roman coins, ceramics and wall remnants, a medieval heating system, as well as Romanesque arcades, weapons, armor, torture instruments, a fully equipped castle kitchen, and historical military musical instruments.

Tour of the Fortress Museum

The architectural history of the fortress
The Salzburg Archbishops
Salzburg in the Middle Ages
Food and Cooking in the Middle Ages
Paracelsus and Salzburg
Weapons in the Middle Ages
The Monk of Salzburg and Music in the Middle Ages
The Chapel
Living and Handicrafts
Coin Treasure
Games and Toys in the Middle Ages
Archaeology – Tracing the Past

The Prince's Rooms in the Upper Floor

On the third floor of the fortress, alongside the Fortress Museum and the Rainer Regimental Museum, are the Prince's Rooms, consisting of the Prince's Hall, the Golden Room, and the Golden Hall. The furnishings of these rooms are original and have remained unchanged since 1501/1502. Particularly impressive are the imitation of the night sky, consisting of golden stars on an azure blue and royal blue background, as well as the tiled stove in the Golden Room. A Magic Theater allows for a delightful immersion into the era of Prince Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach. Additional costs may be incurred for visiting the Prince's Rooms.

Opening times

January–April*: 9:30 AM - 5 PM
May–September: 9 AM - 7 PM
October–December*: 9:30 AM - 5 PM
*Easter and Advent weekends: 9:30 AM - 6 PM
December 24: 9:30 AM - 2 PM
(last entry 30 minutes before closing time)

Guided tour of the interiors and observation tower with audio guide
Guided tours: Advance booking for groups of 10 or more 2-3 weeks in advance!

Dogs not allowed (only in the outdoor area)

(As of: 12/2025)

Prices

The Fortress Museum is included in the fortress entrance.

Tickets

One-time free admission with the Salzburg Card.

Accessibility

The Fortress Museum is not wheelchair accessible, there are no facilities for disabled persons, advance registration is necessary. Tours for blind and visually impaired people, in easy language, with sign language interpreters and for people with dementia. Exhibition texts in easy language. Information in easy language can be found here.

The interior areas of the fortress are not wheelchair accessible. Tablets with video tours in sign language as well as for people with mobility impairments are available. Further information can be found on the website of Hohensalzburg Fortress.
Assistance dogs with muzzles are allowed.