Mirabell Castle
Mirabell CastleMirabell castle Salzburg – close to Imlauer Hotels
Mirabell castle is located in the middle of the city of Salzburg and is a grand ensemble with the surrounding Mirabell garden.
Only a few steps from the hotels Best Western Hotel Imlauer, Best Western Hotel StieglBräu Salzburg and Crowne Plaza Salzburg you’ll find the celebrated Mirabell castle and Mirabell garden. Mirabell castle was built in 1606 by the archbishop Wolf-Dietrich of Raitenau. He had the imposing castle made as a residence for his beloved wife Salome Alt. A spacious baroque garden, a labyrinth of beech hedges and the dwarf garden surround this magnificent complex.
Mirabell GardenThe most famous construction in Mirabell castle is the marble staircase to the marble hall which today is the most popular hall to be married in the whole of Europe. Couples from all over the world say ‘I do’ in this unique registry office. A wedding photo afterwards in front of the Mirabell garden is, of course, a must. Though it’s not just those who want to get married who feel at ease in Mirabell castle. It is also the official residence of the Salzburg mayor.
When the weather is nice Mirabell castle, with its impressive gardens the Mirabell garden is one of the most beautiful places in Salzburg. Even if you want to sit and relax on one of the numerous park benches, admire the magnificent flower arrangements or take in the impressive baroque construction –Mirabell castle is always worth a visit.
After a trip to the Mirabell garden a meal in the Imlauer Restaurant might be the very ticket. Choose from: Pitterkeller, Restaurant StieglBräu and Restaurant Imlauer - only a stone’s throw away.
