Schloss Hellbrunn was built early in the 17th century by Santino Solari as the prince-archbishops pleasure palace. The castle has some really fascinating rooms, including an octagonal music room and a banquet hall with a trompe-l'oeil ceiling. When visiting the gardens, you will not believe the the realm of fantasy that the grand Salzburg archbishops indulged in.

The schloss is also famous for its "watergames" in the grounds, which are a popular tourist attraction in the summer months. These games were conceived by Markus Sittikus, a man with a keen sense of humour, as a series of practical jokes to be performed on guests.