Freyschlössl: Salzburg's Enigmatic Red Tower
Discover the Freyschlössl, a historic red tower on Mönchsberg, Salzburg, offering a glimpse into the city's medieval past and stunning views.
The Freyschlössl, originally known as the Roter Turm (Red Tower), is a historical landmark on the Mönchsberg in Salzburg, Austria. Built in the late 13th century as a defensive tower, it later became a private residence and underwent significant renovations in the 19th century. Today, it remains a striking, privately-owned structure, though not open to the public.
A brief summary to Freyschlössl - Roter Turm
- Mönchsberg 15, Salzburg, 5020, AT
Local tips
- Enjoy the views of the Freyschlössl from various points on Mönchsberg, especially along the Oskar-Kokoschka-Weg.
- Combine your visit with other attractions on Mönchsberg, such as the Museum der Moderne and the Richterhöhe viewpoint.
- Bring a camera to capture the unique architecture of the Freyschlössl against the backdrop of Salzburg.
Getting There
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Walking
The Freyschlössl is located on Mönchsberg and is best accessed by foot. From the Old Town, you can take the Mönchsberg Elevator from Anton-Neumayr-Platz to the top of the mountain. From the upper elevator station, follow the signs towards the Museum der Moderne. Continue along the path, following signs for the Richterhöhe. The Freyschlössl is located along this path, north of the Oskar-Kokoschka-Weg. Alternatively, you can walk up the Mönchsberg via various paths from the city. One option is to take the small staircase near the Landesfischereiverband Salzburg government office, accessible from Reichenhallerstrasse. This path leads directly to Mönchsberg. From there, follow signs to the Freyschlössl.
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Public Transport
To reach Mönchsberg using public transport, take a bus to the 'Mönchsberg' stop. Several bus lines serve this area, including lines 1, 10, 121, 150, 22, 260, and 8. From the bus stop, ascend the pathway leading to Mönchsberg and follow the signs for Freyschlössl. Alternatively, take the bus to Rathaus. From there, you can walk to the Mönchsberg Elevator. A single bus fare within Salzburg costs approximately €1 - €2.
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Taxi
A taxi from Salzburg Hbf (main train station) to Mönchsberg will take approximately 3 minutes and cost between €7 - €10. Ask the taxi driver to drop you off near the Mönchsberg Elevator or at the entrance to one of the walking paths leading up the mountain. From there, follow the walking directions to reach the Freyschlössl.
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