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by kjlouden
, West Virginia
July 13, 2003
We started up steps and then the roadway zigged and zagged, back and forth across the steep rampart cliff past three or four guard houses, all picturesque. We could have taken the funicular, but the pedestrian approach gave us an understanding of why the stronghold wasn’t penetrated in 600 years. Here, the prince-bishops enjoyed secure dwelling until they move to the Residenz Palace down in the Altstadt. We had wanted to tour the state rooms and other museums of weaponry and medieval art. Still, doors were open to a little display room in the top guardhouse, and we saw the chapel and hallways of the great edifice and the restaurant, still with a few snacks. At every turn, medieval magnificence was apparent in this largest of the completely original castles in Europe, begun in 1077.
We heard music and saw musicians arriving with their instruments, but we couldn’t find out if they were practicing, taking a course, or giving a concert. All were possible in this well-used cultural center. The music of Mozart and Haydn are played here almost every night after the bell carillon’s "symphony." Times vary from 7:30 to 8:30, depending on the month, so one must ask for a schedule at Visitor Info, Mozartplatz 5 or Platform 2-A at Hauptbahnhof, before going to the Fortress in the evening. This would be a delightful choice for anyone who wants to catch the sunset over the sleeping Alps.
The Monchsberg hill has a delightful walk to offer, too. Behind the Fortress, a Federalist mansion home is dignified and serene before the road leads to a castle. A bench overlooking a pastoral hilly setting is a good place for solitude, then just behind it is the steep road back to the Altstadt, marked with signs as "Old Town Road." On this first day of April, windows were open and carpets were in the yards drying. We appreciated this view into the folk life.
From journal Chasing Ghosts into Austria
by Tolik
Tampa, Florida
July 4, 2002
From journal Salt of Salzburg
by Sutekh
St-Hyacinthe, Quebec
March 15, 2002
From journal Austria and Italy under the sunshine-IV
by zabelle
Portland, Connecticut
June 26, 2001
There are several very different areas to visit within the fortress. We took a headphone tour and were led up to what felt like the top of the world. Check out the pictures I have included and you will see what I mean.
From there we went through the luxurious apartments of the prince bishop. Of particular interest was the beautiful ceramic stove. After this area we went through the area of arms and armour. They are arranged like a work of art, hanging from the ceiling. For more views of the mountains and the city of Salzburg there are terraces on both sides of the fortress that make the strenuous walk up worthwhile.
Off the courtyard there is a small chapel and 2 restaurants. If you only see one thing in Salzburg I suggest that you make this the one, you won't be disappointed.
From journal 2 Days in Salzburg
by superpurd
Williams Lake, British Columbia
September 10, 2000
We also toured a torture chamber, armory and saw a large open-air barrel organ. The tour is guided and the guides are very knowledgeable and turn what might be just a quick walk through an old building into a very interesting learning experience. From the top of the fortress you can see a small house in the middle of a large field. We were told this is where the hangman used to live, no one wanted to live near him.
From journal Three days in Salzburg