Schloss Frohnburg. Doesn’t it look like something out of a fairytale? This beautiful palace, tucked away on Hellbrunner Allee, has a fascinating history that intertwines with music, nobility, and even Hollywood. Originally built between 1660 and 1680, Schloss Frohnburg was intended as a summer residence for Prince-Archbishop Max Gandolf. It was then known as “Schloss Grafenau”. Over time, through marriages and inheritance, the palace passed into the hands of the Counts of Frohnberg, who gave it its current name. It later became the property of the Counts of Kuenburg, reaching its peak of grandeur around 1700. Imagine thirteen gardeners meticulously tending the expansive parks and gardens, the air fragrant with the blossoms of orangeries and orchards. The building that now serves as a library was once a luxurious bathhouse, marked by a marble plaque that reads “Limpida perluor unda,” meaning “bathing in the clear wave”, a reminder of its opulent past. After World War II, Schloss Frohnburg took on a new role. The American occupiers confiscated the building, and in 1960, it was acquired by the Republic of Austria. It found a new purpose as part of the Mozarteum, housing the Carl Orff Institute. Today, the historic concert hall and adjoining rooms resonate with music, hosting performances and events. But Schloss Frohnburg has another claim to fame. Remember the iconic movie “The Sound of Music”? This palace served as the exterior filming location for the von Trapp family villa. While the real Trapp family resided elsewhere in Salzburg, movie fans still flock to Schloss Frohnburg, captivated by its cinematic charm.
Burg Gruttenstein
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