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The siege - theater in the open air
22.08.2025 | 20:00 - 22:00
Explore the new excursion destination in Salzburger Land
Experience culture, action and culinary delights on Fort Kniepass
Fort Kniepass is the new year-round excursion destination in Salzburg's Saalachtal valley that perfectly combines culture, action and culinary delights: the adventure trail on the subject of borders, the medieval fort, thelongest andlongest andhighest Round slidesin the Alps and top gastronomy, which focuses on regional cuisine and originality, ensure an unforgettable all-round experience. The good transport links and free parking make Fort Kniepass the ideal day trip destination for the whole family.
Guided tours, fermentation workshops & other events
There's always something going on at Fort Kniepass: whether it's themed tours for school classes and groups, events and workshops on the subject of fermentation or concerts, theater and more in the open-air arena high above the Saalach.
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Children's theater "Räuber Hotzenplotz"
25.08.2025 | 18:30 - 20:00
Die Querschläger (concert)
06.09.2025 | 20:00 - 23:00
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1st Fermentista meetup: Kick-off event
09.09.2025 | 16:00
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Book presentation & miso tasting
12.09.2025 | 15:00
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Water kefir & milk kefir
19.09.2025 | 15:00 - 17:30
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Vegetable ferments: Kimchi
26.09.2025 | 15:00 - 18:00
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Kombucha variations
03.10.2025 | 15:00 - 17:00
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Make your own miso
11.10.2025 | 10:30 - 14:00
Myth & Logos
18.10.2025 | 13:00 - 19:00
Sauerkraut - traditional and varied
24.10.2025 | 15:00 - 17:30
What is there to discover on the Fort Kniepass?
Embark on a digital tour of Fort Kniepass and find out what there is to discover at this unique location: historic walls that tell exciting stories, breathtaking views and unlimited action! But of course you will also find the necessary things on the digital discovery tour ... Just click on the pins and get more info.
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