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Austria
Salzburg
Werfen

Hohenwerfen Fortress – Hohenwerfen Castle loop from Werfen

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Hiking trails & Routes
Austria
Salzburg
Werfen

Hohenwerfen Fortress – Hohenwerfen Castle loop from Werfen

Easy

4.7

(15)

85

hikers

Hohenwerfen Fortress – Hohenwerfen Castle loop from Werfen

01:03

3.73km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.46 km

View into the Salzach valley towards Bischofshofen

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Beautiful view of the valley

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2

1.67 km

Hohenwerfen Fortress

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Mighty castle complex in Werfen with many events for the whole family and a popular bird of prey show.

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1.78 km

Hohenwerfen Castle

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The bird of prey show offered here is impressive. It ranges from various species of falcons to bearded vultures and golden eagles, which can be seen up close and admired …

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1.82 km

This over 900-year-old fortress sits majestically on a steep rocky cone above the Salzach Valley and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains🙈.
The castle has a rich history dating …

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1.94 km

Burg Hohenwerfen Hiking Trail

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Beautiful hiking trail from the car park up to Hohenwerfen Castle (or down) - my recommendation is to walk at least one path and not just take the elevator!

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2.71 km

Funicular to Hohenwerfen Castle

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Even when it is cloudy and the peaks are barely visible, it looks very beautiful when there is fresh snow.

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3.73 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.83 km

1.52 km

332 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.55 km

1.50 km

304 m

188 m

104 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (550 m)

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Monday 25 May

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