Kufstein Fortress
Festung Kufstein
A medieval fortress on a rocky hill beside the Inn River, where the “Heroes' Organ” rings out at noon every day; it is said to be the world's largest open-air pipe organ.
Kufstein Fortress stands on a rocky hill beside the Inn River. It is first mentioned in records from 1205 and was contested between Bavaria and Tyrol over the centuries. The Emperor's Tower, dungeons and gun emplacements are well preserved, and the fortress houses a city and fortress museum. The Citizens' Tower contains the “Heroes' Organ,” said to be the world's largest open-air pipe organ. It plays every day at noon and can be heard throughout the town. Visitors can take the panoramic lift or walk up the hill, enjoying views over Kufstein's Old Town and the Kaiser Mountains. It is about 35 km from Kitzbühel, a journey of about 40 minutes to 1 hour by train or car.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (shorter hours in winter)
Nearby sights
- Römerhofgasse
- Riedel Glass Kufstein
- Kaiserlift & Brentenjoch
- Thierberg Chapel
- Hechtsee
- Stimmersee
- Thiersee
- Kaisertal