Funicular to the Fortress [FestungsBahn]

Name: Funicular to the Fortress [FestungsBahn]
Address: Festungsgasse 4, Salzburg, AT, 5020
Telephone: +43662 8884-9700

The FestungsBahn is Austria's oldest funicular still in operation. Since 1892, it has been transporting visitors to the Fortress Mountain.

Up to the most popular excursion destination in Salzburg

Since 1892, the Fortress Railway has been taking visitors to Hohensalzburg Fortress, the most prominent landmark of the city, in both summer and winter. It runs at 10-minute intervals. The valley station is located in the heart of the old town (Festungsgasse 4). In just 54 seconds of travel time, a distance of 198.5 m is covered.

Modernization 2011

The last renovation of the Fortress Railway took place in 2011. Investments were made in two new vehicles and the renewal of the electrical equipment. The new cars are characterized by high comfort and impress with large panoramic windows that offer a sensational view of the beautiful old town.

Opening times

Operating Hours 2025:

January-March, November: 9 AM - 5 PM
April: Monday 9 AM - 6 PM, Tuesday-Sunday 9 AM - 8:30 PM
May-August: 8:30 AM - 9 PM
September: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
October, December: 9 AM - 8:30 PM

December 24: 9 AM - 7 PM
December 31: 9 AM - 5 PM (afterwards, access is only possible for restaurant and concert guests)
For maintenance times and short-term changes in operating hours, see website

During restaurant operation and if needed, extension of operating hours.
Current information at the cash desk/base station or by phone at +43662 8884-9700
Concert & Dinner ticket includes ticket for the FestungsBahn.

Dogs allowed (muzzle)

(Status: 11/2024)

Prices

Fortress Railway including Fortress Admission

see Hohensalzburg Fortress

Tickets Fortress Railway

available after the fortress closes

Up and down ride
Adults € 3.80
Children (6-14.99 years) € 1.50
Groups of 10 or more adults, per person € 3.30
Seniors € 2.60**
Dogs free

Round trip*
Adults € 6.00
Children (6-14.99 years) € 2.30
Groups of 10 or more adults, per person € 5.40
Seniors € 4.00**
Dogs free

*Downhill ride also possible with Mönchsberg Elevator
**The discounted prices for the up and/or down rides outside of the fortress's opening hours apply to seniors who possess an SVV "Edelweiß-Ticket," an Obus seniors card, or an ÖBB Vorteilscard Senior. Not valid for "Basic, All Inclusive, and Panorama".

(As of: 11/2024)