Fondachhof

This grand estate before us, the Fondachhof, has a story to tell. A story spanning almost nine centuries. Yes, you heard correctly! The Fondachhof traces its roots back to the year 1122. Archbishop Conrad I, a powerful figure of the time, granted the “Hube ad Porras,” which is what we now call Parsch, to St. Peter’s Abbey. The Fondachhof has seen it all, from its humble beginnings as a property of St. Peter’s Abbey to its days as a gathering place for the who’s who of the art world. Its very walls whisper tales of traders, townsfolk, and aristocrats. These families, deeply rooted in Salzburg, cherished the Fondachhof as a manor, a retreat from the bustle of city life. Imagine the year 1950. The Fondachhof transformed into a luxurious hotel. Quickly, it became a favorite haunt of the stars drawn to the magic of the Salzburg Festival. Legendary figures like Leonard Bernstein, Henry Kissinger, Helmut Schmidt, and even Bruno Kreisky graced its guest book. The Fondachhof became synonymous with elegance and creativity. During this golden age, did you know, the Fondachhof witnessed the birth of cinematic masterpieces? The screenwriter, Ernst Marischka, found solace in the estate’s tranquil pavilion. It was here, amidst the greenery, that he penned the iconic Sissi trilogy, a film series forever etched in cinematic history. Today, the Fondachhof stands as a testament to Salzburg’s rich tapestry of history, a captivating blend of the past and the present.