History lovers and culture enthusiasts get their money's worth in the Salzburg Lungau region. Three imposing castles and fortresses offer incomparable insights into the legendary history of this high valley nestling between the mountains and take you back to times gone by.
Three mighty castles and fortresses in the Salzburg Lungau region invite you to discover the history of the region in all its depth. Surrounded by mystical legends and mysterious stories, the old stone walls offer impressive insights into the life of past centuries.
Although the castles are now attractive museums and popular excursion destinations, the stories from long ago seem to have remained alive. A visit to these historic sites combines culture, history, and the beauty of the surrounding nature.
The medieval Moosham Castle in Unternberg offers a special experience for young and old. This cultural attraction is the third largest castle complex in the Land of Salzburg. Moosham Castle is a witness to past centuries and tells of the dark trials of witches, sorcerers, and beggars. The castle is still owned by the Wilczek family today. Together with castle manager Mr. Planitzer and his team, the family offers exciting guided tours that provide insights into true events of Lungau's history.
One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the originally preserved torture chambers. In summer, the offer is supplemented by special children's tours, which bring history to life for the youngest visitors too.
Whether after an interesting castle tour, a current exhibition, a puzzle quiz, a legend walk, or fun in the climbing garden – enjoying refreshments from the snack bar and relaxing in the castle courtyard perfectly round off every visit to the Finstergrün castle.
Finstergrün Castle, the landmark of the village of Ramingstein, stands imposingly on a steeply rising outcrop high above the village, which lies northern to the castle at an altitude of 950 meters above sea level. Salzburg's liveliest castle is a place to meet, to live adventures, and to recharge your batteries.
Expect an exciting and unforgettable journey back in time to the Late Middle Ages when you visit the Mauterndorf Fortress. The medieval Mauterndorf Fortress is a unique gem amidst the fascinating mountain world in the south of Salzburg. Dating back to the 13th century, the toll fortress and temporary summer residence of the Prince archbishops of Salzburg, situated on a huge rock, dominates the historic village of Mauterndorf and invites you to discover it.
In the exhibition, you can get to know the landlord, Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach, and his entourage personally. From the 44-meter-high fortified tower, you also have a fascinating view down on Mauterndorf and out to the Radstädter Tauern to the north, the Hohe Tauern to the west and the Nockberge mountains to the south.
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