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Fortress Hohenwerfen is open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November - opening hours vary during this period.

No, it is not possible to visit Fortress Hohenwerfen outside of opening hours .

The castle is closed in winter - it only opens its doors for the Advent market.

There is a large free parking lot in front of the ticket office in the valley, right next to the main road.

No, the ascent is possible either on foot or with the inclined elevator.

Yes, there are also larger parking spaces for caravans. Overnight stays are not permitted.

Yes, there are four bus parking spaces.

Here you will find the current admission prices.

No, there is no family ticket.

For groups of 15 people or more, there is a group rate if the entire group pays together. Please register in advance.

No, children under the age of 6 pay nothing and do not need a ticket.

The ticket always includes the bird of prey flight demonstration and admission to the museums. You can book your ticket with or without a guided tour of the castle. Please note, however, that it is not possible to visit the interior on your own.

Yes, you can always buy tickets on site.

Yes, the time on the ticket corresponds to the start of the castle tour.

No. Admission is included, the inclined elevator must be booked additionally on site if desired.

Vouchers are only possible by direct request by e-mail.

Groups of 15 people or more are considered a group and receive the group rate if the entire group pays together.

Please register in advance.

Yes, please register in advance.

Of course, there are also guided tours of the castle on site. However, there may be waiting times if the number of visitors is high.

The dates of the birds of prey flight demonstrations vary.

The castle tours take place every hour before and after the birds of prey flight demonstration. If the number of visitors is high, they take place every 10 minutes.

The meeting point is in the castle courtyard - by the umbrella or the green sign.

The castle tour lasts approx. 50 minutes.

The bird of prey flight demonstration lasts approx. 30 minutes (depending on the weather).

Yes, the birds of prey flight demonstration also takes place in the rain. The flight demonstrations do not take place during thunderstorms, hail or heavy snowfall.

No, this takes place on the Lindenwiese in the outdoor area of the lower castle courtyard.

A steep descent and 100 steps lead from the castle courtyard to the Lindenwiese, which is located in the lower courtyard.

No, the birds can only be seen during the flight demonstrations.

You should arrive at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle at least 30 minutes before a guided tour or flight demonstration, as you still have to plan for the ascent or driveway.

No, the consumption of food and drink is not permitted inside Fortress Hohenwerfen.

Yes, for adults in 13 languages during the castle tour. The children's audio guide is available in six languages.

Italian, English, French, Dutch, Russian, Spanish, Czech, Hungarian, Danish, Arabic, Hebrew, Polish, Swedish

German, English, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Hebrew

Yes, dogs are welcome in the outdoor area. Dogs are not allowed inside the castle during the guided tour.

Yes, on the leash.

Yes, on the leash.

No, dogs are not allowed in the indoor area.

The inclined elevator can accommodate 25 people.

The ride takes approx. 90 seconds. Please allow for some waiting time if the number of visitors is high.

Approx. 30 minutes, or longer depending on your fitness, along a beautiful forest path.

Yes, we recommend sturdy shoes for the ascent, as the gravel path leads through the forest.

The walk from the train station to Fortress Hohenwerfen takes about 30 minutes - shorter or longer depending on your fitness.

You can also order a shuttle from Werfen train station to Fortress Hohenwerfen. Book the shuttle service about an hour before your arrival by calling +43 664 1266700. You can find more information here.

Werfen train station

No, we recommend using a stretcher. Only the castle courtyard is barrier-free and suitable for baby carriages.

Accessibility is limited at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle. Only the castle courtyard is 100 percent barrier-free. You can find detailed information about accessibility here.

Approx. 300 steps

Yes, the castle tavern. It is open during the opening hours(link) of Fortress Hohenwerfen.

Yes, card payment is possible from 25 € consumption

Yes, you also have to pay admission here. The only exception is for evening events after regular opening hours.

Yes, in the castle courtyard or on the Lindenwiese.

Directly in the restaurant of the Burgschenke.

Yes, there is a knight's store with lots of nice souvenirs and small gifts from the region.

A wedding within the historic walls makes this special day an unforgettable experience. Civil, free or even church weddings are possible.

The price varies depending on the number of people and the space required. Please contact us with your requirements.

Yes, there are various seminar rooms.

But of course! At Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle, children aged 6 to 14 can celebrate a children's birthday like knights and damsels.

Children are very welcome at Fortress Hohenwerfen! And of course there are also special offers for younger guests - such as our own children's audio guide, an exciting puzzle rally, the children's knights' tournament and the ever-popular children's birthday parties. Kids also love the bird of prey flight show.

No, drone flights are prohibited at Fortress Hohenwerfen.

Yes, very gladly for private use.

Filming is not permitted during the castle tour.

Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle has various exhibitions on the history of the building, the myth of Jackl the Magician, the Hollywood film "Agents Die Alone", which was filmed at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle, and the falconry museum.

Plan about 2.5 to 3 hours if you take a guided tour of the castle, watch the birds of prey flying display and the exhibitions.

A wide variety of events take place at Fortress Hohenwerfen Castle. From medieval hustle and bustle to the summer cinema and the big children's festival to the romantic Advent market in the castle courtyard.

Sturdy shoes are also recommended for the visit to the castle itself, as there are steps and a steep path to walk down from the inclined elevator to the bird of prey flight demonstration. In addition, the paths and stairs inside the castle are often uneven and there are frequent steps.