The castle served as the filming location for the 1968 film 'Where Eagles Dare' and the television series 'The Man in the High Castle'.
The State Falconry Center is the oldest active facility of its kind in Austria.
The castle’s 'Reisszug' or funicular system dates back to the 15th century, making it one of the oldest preserved funiculars in the world.
It was used as a training camp for the Nazi 'Gauleiter' during the period of the Third Reich.
The castle was damaged by a major fire in 1931 but was largely rebuilt by the regional government thereafter.
It served as a police training school between 1938 and 1987 before opening as a full-time museum.
Burg Hohenwerfen is a 900-year-old hilltop fortress situated on a 623-meter-high rock formation above the Salzach Valley. Originally constructed by the Archbishops of Salzburg, the castle served as both a military stronghold and a state prison. It houses the historical State Falconry Center, which performs daily flight demonstrations featuring eagles, falcons, and vultures. The site features an extensive collection of weaponry, a torture chamber exhibit, and a restored bell tower. The fortification wall remains largely intact from its original medieval design. Visitors access the castle grounds via an inclined lift system or a steep walking path through the forest. It is located 40 kilometers south of the city of Salzburg.
The viewing platform near the main rampart offering a panoramic view of the Tennen Mountains.
Wear sturdy walking shoes, as the paths within the castle complex are uneven and steep.
Bring windproof clothing even in summer, as the hilltop location is prone to sudden temperature drops.
Plan your visit around the falconry display schedule to avoid waiting in the courtyard between shows.
Attempting the climb from the village in restrictive footwear or failing to check the falconry flight times upon entry.
Closed during the winter months from November through March.
No flash photography during falconry shows; keep pets on a short leash.
