Schloss Fuschl, Renaissance castle in Hof bei Salzburg, Austria
Schloss Fuschl sits on a peninsula in Lake Fuschl, combining Renaissance architecture with later additions spread across the grounds. The castle spans multiple buildings with 110 rooms total and is surrounded by water on three sides.
The castle was built in 1450 as a hunting lodge for the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg and later served diplomatic purposes. Over the centuries it was remodeled and expanded multiple times to meet the changing needs of those who lived there.
The collection of Old Masters paintings hangs throughout the rooms, showing works by European artists from different periods. Visitors can also find a space dedicated to films about the historical empress.
The castle operates today as a luxury hotel with rooms in the main building and separate cottages by the lakeshore. Visitors should know this is a private residence with hotel operations, so access is only available to guests.
The original entrance door from the 15th century still stands in place, showing the craftsmanship of that era. This detail is often overlooked even though it provides direct access to the castle's original structure.
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