Burg Mauterndorf in the Lungau, Salzburg province, is a medieval castle that controlled the Tauern pass route and served as an Archbishops of Salzburg residence. Now an interactive museum covering medieval life and regional history including the Lungau’s Samson procession tradition. At Markt 27, Mauterndorf. Check salzburg-burgen.at for hours (typically May-October). Allow 1.5-2 hours.
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Burg Mauterndorf
Burg Mauterndorf in the Lungau controls the Tauern pass route through a narrow valley where it was impossible to bypass the castle without paying the toll. The Archbishops of Salzburg held this position for centuries, collecting passage fees that helped fund Salzburg's Baroque building program.
- Type
- castle, museum
- Cost
- Paid entry
- Founded
- Built c. 1253
- Address
- Markt 27, 5570 Mauterndorf
- Coordinates
- 47.1374, 13.6781