Castles & mansions
Some 800 castles and mansions are spread all over South Tyrol.
Image gallery: Castles & mansions
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Castel d’Appiano, constructed in the period of 1135 - 1130 by Ulrich II, rises in Missiano, a village that belongs to the municipality of Appiano. Once upon a time Castel d’Appiano was considered the most mighty castles of the region. Particularly worth to be visited are the castle chapel with its frescoes, which are considered among the most ancient of the Alpine area. In the interior of the castle, there is also a tavern, offering mouthwatering treats for your palate. -
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The ruin of Castel Boymont, one of the castles you come across in the “Three Castles Hike” in Appiano, as seen from above. -
This view from above offers a breathtaking picture of a varied cultural and natural landscape: golfers among medieval castle walls and the autumnal scenery invite to join in.
Only a stone’s throw from Bolzano, there is the European area featuring the most castles: some 200 historical buildings such as castles and residences argue the turbulent history of the area.
However, also in the rest of the country there are a range of castles and mansions which are worthwhile and ready to be explored. The majestic towers of the castles, historical walls with guard’s walkways and also their chapels invite you to make a journey back to Middle Ages.
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Above the village of Missiano, which belongs to the municipality of Missiano, the Mediaeval ruin of Boymont… more
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The castle of Brunico is located on an easily accessible hill above the city of Brunico. more
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The antique castle of Ciastel de Tor of San Martino in Badia is venue for the Ladin Museum. more
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Castel Coira, located at the entrance of the Val Mazia at Sluderno, is composed of both Romanesque and Gothic… more
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Castel Salorno is located in the homonymous village in the most southern village of South Tyrol and marks the… more
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The mighty castle Castel Flavon looks down on the rooftops of Bolzano. more
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This castle is not only the final destination of a famous hike in the Oltradige region, but it is also one of the… more
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This castle enthrones the entrance to the Val Senales as well as the village of Juval which belongs to the… more
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The Castello Principesco in the centre of Merano was the city residence of the Counts of Tyrol. more
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Castelchiaro seems to mount guard over Lake Caldaro. more
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Close to the centre of the old town of Bolzano and nevertheless in the heart of nature, there is Castel Mareccio. more
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The ruins of this castle are located above Terlano. It is also referred to as “Maultasch Castle”. more
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This castle was built in the time of Maximilan by the Lords of Fiè. more
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The romantic ruin of Castel Rafenstein rises high above the city of Bolzano at the entrance of Val Sarentino. more
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In the south west of Vipiteno, on a rock spur, there is Castel Tasso. more
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The fortifield castle located high above the gorge of the Rienza river, captivates due to its vigorous appearance. more
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Castel Rondolo, which is an exemplary castle complex, rises on a porphyry rock high above the roofs of Bolzano. more
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In the centre of Scena, there is the majestic castle of Scena. more
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Castel Firmiano is the central project of Reinhold Messner’s mountain museums. more
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This striking castle rises above Campo Tures in Valle Aurina. more
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The family seat of the Earls of Tyrol hosts the South Tyrolean Museum of History. more
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A majestic castle at Merano in which the Austrian Empress Elizabeth has been spending her holidays. more
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Castel Trostburg at Ponte Gardena in Valle Isarco is one of the most splendid castle complexes all over South Tyrol. more
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Castel Monguelfo is not only a particular castle complex, but is also the oldes castle of Alta Pusteria. more
