Salzburger Festungsadvent
Hohensalzburg Fortress isn’t just the world-famous emblem of Salzburg. It is also the site of a delightful Advent market which enchants visitors with its unaffected charm and authentic music.
High above the rooftops of the Mozart town, the traditional Christmas market in the courtyard of Hohensalzburg Fortress is a real insider's tip for locals and guests alike. This year, too, the Advent at Salzburg Fortress will once again shine in all its splendour.
Even the walk to Hohensalzburg Fortress promises to be idyllic: on the way up, more than a hundred traditional Herrnhut stars light up the fortress lane. Once you arrive the castle courtyard, the market offers a diverse selection of local arts and crafts, creative gift ideas and Salzburg delicacies.
Many local Salzburgers come to the fortress at least once every year to enjoy the beautiful view of the Old Town with its Christmas lights while sipping a hot mug of mulled wine. Another speciality of Advent at Salzburg Fortress is the fresh tarte flambée from the historic Fortress bakery, baked according to modern recipes in centuries-old wood burning ovens. The market's fringe programme is particularly popular with families.
Overview of the programme
On all opening days - 14-17.00 hrs:
Supervised children's programme at the Atelier-Hödlmoser with biscuit baking, Christmas crafts and a reading and games corner with Christmas music.
On all opening days - 15.30-18.30 hrs: Atmospheric tunes and Christmas music by the tower brass musicians in the castle courtyard
Free admission to the Christmas market in the castle courtyard (To do so, mention the keyword "Advent Market" at the cash desks.),
ascent with the fortress railway possible for a fee.
