Schloss Hellbrunn: A Playful Baroque Escape

Discover the enchanting Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg: a baroque palace with playful trick fountains and stunning gardens, perfect for a day of fun and exploration.

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Schloss Hellbrunn, built in the early 17th century by Prince-Archbishop Markus Sittikus, is a stunning example of a pleasure palace designed for entertainment and relaxation. Famous for its trick fountains and beautiful gardens, it offers a unique and fun-filled experience for visitors of all ages.

A brief summary to Schloss Hellbrunn

Fürstenweg 37, Salzburg, 5020, AT
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Local tips

Wear shoes and clothing that you don't mind getting wet, as the trick fountains can be quite surprising !
Visit during the warmer months to fully enjoy the water features and gardens. The palace is open daily from late March to early November.
Take advantage of the audio guides available in multiple languages to learn about the history and secrets of the palace and its fountains.
Consider purchasing the Salzburg Card for free admission to Hellbrunn Palace and other attractions in Salzburg.
Combine your visit with a trip to the Salzburg Zoo, which is located nearby, for a full day of family fun.

Getting There

Public Transport

From Salzburg's main train station (Salzburg Hbf) or the city center (e.g., Rathaus), take Bus Line 25 directly to Schloss Hellbrunn. The bus ride takes approximately 25 minutes from the city center and 30 minutes from the main train station. A single ride costs around €2-3.
Walking

From the Altstadt (Old Town), a scenic walk or bike ride is possible, mostly along the Salzach River. The distance is approximately 4.5km and takes around 20 minutes by bicycle. From the Salzburg Sued train station, walk north along the Alpenstraße for approximately 15 minutes.
Car

If driving, take Highway A10 and exit at Salzburg Süd. Follow signs to Schloss Hellbrunn. Plenty of car and bus parking spaces are available. Parking fees are €2.00 for the first two hours, €1.00 for each additional hour, with a maximum daily fee of €4.00.

Discover more about Schloss Hellbrunn

Schloss Hellbrunn, located just south of Salzburg, is a captivating early Baroque villa constructed between 1613 and 1619 by Prince-Archbishop Markus Sittikus von Hohenems. Its name, meaning "clear spring," reflects the natural water source that feeds the palace's renowned trick fountains. Conceived as a summer day residence, Hellbrunn lacks bedrooms, emphasizing its purpose as a place for leisure and amusement. The palace's architecture, designed by Santino Solari, also responsible for Salzburg Cathedral, showcases a magnificent Late Renaissance style north of the Alps. Inside, visitors can explore the "SchauLust" exhibition to delve into Hellbrunn's rich history. The palace also serves as a sought-after venue for weddings, providing a picturesque backdrop for celebrations. The true highlight of Hellbrunn is its world-famous Wasserspiele, or trick fountains. Markus Sittikus, known for his mischievous sense of humor, designed these fountains to surprise and entertain his guests. Hidden jets of water lie in wait, ready to drench unsuspecting visitors who explore the gardens. Among the many water features, the banquet table is particularly notorious, where only the host remained dry while water sprayed from the seats. The gardens also feature a grotto with a crown that is made to go up and down by jets of water, symbolising the fleeting nature of power. Beyond the trick fountains, the expansive Hellbrunn Palace gardens offer a blend of landscaped areas and natural biotopes. Visitors can wander through the grounds, relax, and enjoy outdoor activities. Children will be delighted by the large adventure playground. A glass summerhouse, used in the Sound of Music for the song 'I am sixteen, coming on seventeen', can also be found near the gate. In winter, the palace courtyard transforms into a festive Advent market. A visit to Hellbrunn includes the Trick Fountains tour with audio guide, the Palace Exhibition GrandDelight tour with audio guide, and the Folklore Museum at Monatsschlössl.

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Schloss Hellbrunn: A Playful Baroque Escape

A brief summary to Schloss Hellbrunn

Local tips

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Discover more about Schloss Hellbrunn

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Obelisk für Sowjetbürger

Salzburg Highlights GmbH

UNITATIS - Kunstwerk Salzburg

Pfarre Leopoldskron-Moos

Bildstock am Hans-Sedlmayr-Weg

Leopoldskron Palace Meierhof

Salzburg Schloss Leopoldskron

Dorperschafe

Reißzug

Festungsberg

Lodronsches Militärwachthaus (Stadttor)

Kupelwieser-Schlössl

Freyschlösschen, Mönchsberg, Salzburg

Funicular to the Fortress

Margarethenkapelle

Unmissable attractions to see

Sound of Music Pavilion

Hellbrunner Park

Dahliengarten

Niedere Aussicht

Folklore Museum

Salzburg Zoo Hellbrunn

Steintheater Hellbrunn

Watzmannblick

Schloss Frohnburg

Be Special Tours

Universität Salzburg Botanical Garden

Festungsberg und Untersberg

Glasenbachklamm

Leopoldskroner Weiher

Schloss Leopoldskron

Essential places to dine

Zum Buberlgut

Restaurant Brunnauer

WeiherWirt

MARCHHART´s - THAI - FISCH - STEAK

Mephisto Restaurant Salzburg

Paradoxon

Strasserwirt Salzburg

Restaurant Stiegl-Keller

Pauli Stubm

Eleven Eleven Restaurant Salzburg

Restaurant Jakob's Esskultur

St. Peter Stiftskulinarium

Zum Zirkelwirt

Zwettler's Wirtshaus

Kathmandu Restaurant

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Jausenstation Rifer Spitz

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