Moosham Castle

Castle Medieval castle noted for historic witch trials

In Salzburg’s countryside, Moosham Castle is a preserved medieval fortress with a museum addressing local witch trials and regional history; visitors tour rooms, dungeons and seasonal cultural events.

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Moosham Castle is a medieval castle in the Salzburg region of Austria, situated on a hill in the Lungau area. The site preserves castle structures and has a long local history as a fortified residence and administrative centre.

Visitors encounter fortified walls, a central keep and historic interior rooms; parts of the castle are used to exhibit local history and interpret past events connected to the site. The castle is often presented as a heritage site with guided access or museum displays.

Historically the castle functioned as a regional stronghold and residence of local authorities across the medieval and early modern periods. It later became associated in regional memory with judicial episodes from the early modern era and has been conserved as a historic monument.

Moosham Castle sits in the Lungau district of Salzburg state in southern Austria, within a rural, hilly landscape. The nearest towns are small regional centres in the surrounding valley.

  • Age and role: Originates in the medieval period and is known locally for its historical associations with regional administration and judicial events.
  • Visitor info: Open to the public as a historic site with exhibits about its past and occasional cultural events held on the grounds.

What to See #

  • Castle keep and walls: A preserved medieval castle complex located on a hill in Salzburg state that includes defensive walls and a central keep accessible to visitors.
  • Castle museum: A local museum and exhibition space within the castle that interprets the site's medieval history and later events associated with the building.
Moosham Castle
Moosham Castle (Burgruine Moosham), near Unken/Weißbach am Lofer area, Salzburg state, Austria
47.1020, 13.7069

How to Get to Moosham Castle #

Moosham Castle is best reached by car from Salzburg (about 1-1.5 hours depending on route). Local buses serve some of the valley towns in summer; for flexibility a car or guided tour is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Moosham Castle #

  • Check guided-tour times for the castle's interior if available; private events sometimes limit access.
  • Wear sensible shoes - the interior floors and courtyards date from medieval and early modern periods and can be uneven.
  • The nearby Salzachtal vistas are spectacular on a clear day; time a visit for late morning light.

Best Time to Visit Moosham Castle #

Late spring through early autumn provide the most comfortable access to the site and nearby trails.

Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 10-22°C
Best weather for exploring the ruins and surrounding countryside.
Autumn
October-November · 5-15°C
Autumnal colours add atmosphere to the moors and woodlands.

Weather & Climate near Moosham Castle #

Climate

Moosham Castle's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1318 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 38 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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