Burg Mauterndorf, Medieval castle in Mauterndorf, Austria
Burg Mauterndorf is a castle in Salzburg with several towers, chambers, and vaulted halls distributed across different levels. The buildings show medieval construction with thick walls and narrow rooms connected by staircases.
The site began as a toll station in 1002 under Emperor Heinrich II and was later rebuilt as a fortress by the Salzburg Cathedral Chapter in 1253. It controlled important trade routes through the Alps.
The Lungau Landscape Museum inside shows regional objects and tells stories of how people in this area lived and their customs. Visitors learn about daily life here through the displayed collections.
Visitors can book guided tours that provide access to towers, private rooms, and vaulted halls; night visits are also available during summer months. It is helpful to wear sturdy shoes as the stairs in the old structure are steep and narrow.
The castle served not only as a fortress but also as a summer residence for Archbishop Leonhard von Keutschach, who spent time here between his duties. Merchants using the Alpine passes had to pay tolls here, making it an important meeting point for travelers.
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