Golling Castle

Golling an der Salzach, Austria

Golling Castle is located on a strategically important location along the Salzach river. There were probably a watchtower already in the Roman times. The current castle was built in the 13th century. Later it was owned by the Archbishop of Salzburg. Today the castle hosts a local museum.

Address

Markt 85, Golling an der Salzach, Austria

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Austria

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Arnold Lengauer (12 months ago)
Great seminar center. interesting museum and great support for the seminar participants by the tourism association (tenant of the castle!).

Nikolo Fleig (2 years ago)
Today is Kirtag - great street festival. Population is open and immediately by first name. Really nice to celebrate with.

Norbert Stern (2 years ago)
A beautiful place with a long history, beautiful rooms to get married and great places to take pictures. Otherwise simply worth seeing

Peter Flock (2 years ago)
Nice little castle. The castle is still partially inhabited The view priceless Various events in the castle Accessible by ÖBB every 30 minutes and by 170 or 470 bus. By bike direct bike path available.

Travel Time (4 years ago)
nice fortress to visit in Golling

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