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Burg Hohenwerfen
Burg Hohenwerfen The former fortification dating from the 11th century towers high above the Salzach Valley. Hohenwerfen served Salzburg's rulers, the prince-archbishops, not only as a military base but also as a residential and hunting retreat. Alternatively it was used as a state prison and therefore had a somewhat sinister reputation. Its prison walls have witnessed the tragic fate of many 'criminals' who spent their days there - maybe their last - under inhuman conditions, and, periodically, various highly ranked noblemen have also been imprisoned there including Rulers such as Archbishop Adalbert III (1198), Graf Albert von Friesach (1253), the Styrian governor Siegmund (1525) and Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau (1611). Nowadays this mighty bastion functions as an adventure castle for its visitors. Among the numerous attractions offered by this exciting fortress are guided tours through the fortress showing its extensive weapon collection, the historical Salzburg Falconry with the falconry museum as well as a stylish fortress tavern. The historic Falconry Center is a special attraction, offering daily flight demonstrations by various birds of prey.Top photos chosen by u all:
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Hohenwerfen south of Salzburg, Austria. Summer 2008 The 900-year-old Hohenwerfen Fortress towers high above the Salzach Valley, between the Tennen and Hagen mountain ranges. Burg Hohenwerfen was famously used as the castle 'Schloss Adler' in the film Where Eagles Dare. Hohenwerfen also appears in the background of The Sound of Music during 'Do Re Me'. It was also used as a French hotel in the movie Just Married.
Launch
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Such a small lady. Such a huge bird. Still, he clings to her for support as she thrusts him skywards. ref: 0805/IMG_3441
Eisriesenwelt - Entrance
Made by azriel_100
The entrance to the worl'ds largest ice cave. Temperature inside is 0ºC!!
Castell
Made by MarkCat
Àustria, estiu 2004. El castell de Hohenwerfen.
Hohenwerfen Castle
Made by JP Ligthart
Castle of Hohenwerfen in Austria. A beautiful sight...
Where Eagles Dare
McLean, starring Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood and others, was filmed at Burg Hohenwerfen near the village of Werfen in Austria. The cable car, which the
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