Hohensalzburg Castle (the Fortress)
Overlooking the city is the Hohensalzburg Castle. Originally built as protection for the Archbishop from the emperor, the castle is a conglomeration of architecture spanning 900 years. On Saturday, our second night in Salzburg, we took the funicular to the top up to the fortress. What a beautiful experience! It is a steep climb, and the if you look out of the cars as you ascend, the city comes into view. Our dinner reservations were for 7:00 (or 19:00 if you’re using Austrian time) at the Panorama Restaurant, an elegant place to eat in an outbuilding of the castle. We got there a little early, so we were able to stand along the edge of the wall and look at Salzburg. The rooftops were beautiful - pieces of artwork in and of themselves - all at different levels and varying colors. Even the Dome (the largest cathedral in Salzburg) seemed small from where we stood.
At 7:00, we went into the restaurant, where we were seated by the windows. We had a delicious meal of salmon and vegetables, with good bread and “mineralwasser.” The combination of good food, great company, and a gorgeous view made the night memorable!
A group shot with Mrs. Tupper on the steps of our hostel!
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