Volkskundemuseum im Monatsschlossl Hellbrunn

This museum, in the midst of Hellbrunner Schlosspark (Hellbrun Castle Park), is notable not least for its romantic surroundings. Constructed in 1615 as a hunting lodge for Archbishop Markus Sittikus, it now hosts the Folklore Museum - a part of Salzburg's municipal Carolino Augusteum Museum. Exhibitions showcasing the history of popular customs, traditions and religious beliefs are the centrepiece, although the so-called 'Perchten' (styled masks depicting Alpine demons) are arguably the most compelling. Masks such as these are often worn by those taking part in processions during the carnival period; they are traditionally meant to ward off the coming of winter.

admission: adults EUR 2; children EUR 0,80; families: EUR 4

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