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Amalie-Redlich-Turm: A Salzburg Landmark

Explore Salzburg's history at this landmark, a former water tower with panoramic views, now an art center connected to the Museum der Moderne.

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The Amalie-Redlich-Turm, a former water tower built in 1892, sits atop the Mönchsberg in Salzburg. It was renamed in 2014 to honor Amalie Redlich, the original owner of a Gustav Klimt painting that was later returned to her family. Today, it serves as an art education center and offers stunning panoramic views of the city.

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Local tips

  • Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photography.
  • Combine your visit with a walk through the nearby Museum der Moderne for a full day of art and history.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for the uphill walk to the tower and enjoy the scenic paths.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Toscaninihof (behind the Festival Hall), take the Clemens-Holzmeister-Stiege stairs up to the Mönchsberg. The Amalie-Redlich-Turm is a 15-minute walk from there, integrated into the Museum der Moderne Salzburg. This is a steep but scenic route.

  • Public Transport

    Take bus number 1, 8, 10, 22, 23, or 27 to the MönchsbergAufzug Lift station. From the bus stop, the entrance to the MönchsbergAufzug Lift is a short walk. The lift provides direct access to the Mönchsberg, near the Museum der Moderne and the Amalie-Redlich-Turm. A single bus ticket costs approximately €2.40-€3.00. A single ascent or descent via the Mönchsberg Lift costs €3.20 for adults.

  • Driving

    Parking is available in the Altstadtgarage A or B inside the Mönchsberg. From the garage, take the exit towards MönchsbergAufzug/Haus der Natur (Garage A) or Toscaninihof (Garage B). The Museum der Moderne and Amalie-Redlich-Turm are a short walk from either exit. Parking costs approximately €0.55 per 10 minutes, with a maximum daily rate of €24.20.

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Perched atop the Mönchsberg, the Amalie-Redlich-Turm offers a unique blend of history, art, and panoramic views, making it a compelling destination for visitors to Salzburg. Originally constructed between 1891 and 1892, the tower served as a water reservoir and ice storage facility, essential for the operation of a restaurant established by Karl Leitner, an entrepreneur and owner of an electricity plant. Designed by architect Carl Demel in the style of a medieval fortress, the tower not only provided practical functions but also served as an observation point for visitors using Leitner's electrically powered Mönchsberg lift. The tower's strategic location and design quickly made it a popular attraction. Adorned with heraldic shields acquired from the art trade, the tower offered breathtaking views of Salzburg and the surrounding Alps. During the era of Café Winkler on the Mönchsberg, the water tower functioned as staff quarters, further cementing its role in the mountain's history. In 2014, the former water tower was officially renamed the Amalie-Redlich-Turm, honoring Amalie Redlich, the one-time owner of Gustav Klimt's painting "Litzlberg am Attersee". This painting was once a prominent piece in the collection of the Museum der Moderne Salzburg. Amalie Redlich, a member of the Zuckerkandl family, tragically faced persecution during World War II. She and her daughter Mathilde were deported by the Nazis in 1941 and ultimately murdered. The painting was seized by the Gestapo. Following extensive research, the painting was restituted to her heir, Georges Jorisch, in 2011. Georges Jorisch generously donated funds to support the conversion of the former water tower into a center for art education. The Amalie-Redlich-Turm now houses offices, art education spaces, and a studio apartment for artists. Its transformation from a functional water tower to a center for art education reflects the city's commitment to preserving its past while embracing the future.

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