A Glimpse into the Splendid Heart of Salzburg

Behind the magnificent façade of Salzburg Residenz lies far more than the history of a building. For centuries, it served as a stage for political ambition and ecclesiastical representation, providing the prince-archbishops with a setting in which to display their exquisite taste and refined artistic sensibilities.

While photographer Florian Stürzenbaum captures the distinctive character of the state rooms in this illustrated volume, Christoph Brandhuber’s accompanying texts open a window onto the hidden stories of the past. He explores how diplomacy and splendour flourished during the Baroque era, both in the arts and in architecture, delves into the personal tastes and private interests of individual prince-archbishops, and dedicates a chapter to the women who lived in the shadows of power.

Salzburg Residenz is a unique cultural monument of European significance. This illustrated volume reveals why it is so important not only to admire this enduring stone testament to history, but also to preserve its precious legacy for future generations.

The book will be published on 30 November 2026 and will be available from bookshops, our online shop and the museum shop.

Dr Christoph Brandhuber (Author)

studied Latin and history and has been the director of the Salzburg University Archives since 2009. He has published extensively on cultural, medical and university history.

Dr Andrea Stockhammer (Editor)

studied art history in Vienna. After holding positions at museums in Austria and Germany, most notably as head of the Landesmuseum Mainz, she took over as director of the DomQuartier Salzburg in 2022.

Florian Stürzenbaum (Photographer)

is an award-winning photographer and artist. His work encompasses photography, reductive painting and clean design. A consistently minimalist visual language runs through all his work, with
a focus on the essentials: light, structure and expression.

Premium Edition

A premium volume with an exclusive finish, published in a limited edition!
An immersive journey through time to a World Heritage site of outstanding significance.

PRUNK. The Salzburg Residenz and the Pursuit of Beauty (German/English)
Premium edition (DomQuartier) – linen-bound, with gilt edges and a belly band
ISBN: 978-3-7025-1229-3
256 pages
26 × 21 cm
Linen-bound
€ 69,-

Standard Edition

PRUNK. The Salzburg Residenz and the Pursuit of Beauty (German/English)
ISBN: 978-3-7025-1202-6
256 pages
26 × 21 cm
Hardcover
€ 34,-

Publication date: 30 November 2026
Publisher: Verlag Anton Pustet Salzburg