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Day: July 24, 2018

Discovering Hohensalzburg, Salzburg

Where :Hohensalzburg, Salzburg There are many things to visit in Salzburg, we mistakenly booked one night before moving to our next destination.  When you arrive in the city of Salzburg, do not miss the imposing fortress.  Hohensalzburg is located atop the hill of Festungsberg. According to Wikipedia, the fort was erected at the behest of the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg with a length of 250 m (820 ft) and a width of 150 m (490 ft).  It is one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. Additionally, Hohensalzburg Fortress is situated at an altitude of 506 m. As many other Forts around the world, Hohensalzburg Fortress was constructed to solve invasion problems and protect the city. Today, it’s the most touristic destination in Salzburg.  The entrance fee is

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