Castles & mansions

Some 800 castles and mansions are spread all over South Tyrol.

Map: Castles

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. Come and see!

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Castel d’Appiano

This castle is not only the final destination of a famous hike in the Oltradige region, but it is also one of the major castles of South Tyrol. more
Castelchiaro

Castelchiaro seems to mount guard over Lake Caldaro. more
Ciastel de Tor

The antique castle of Ciastel de Tor of San Martino in Badia is venue for the Ladin Museum. more
Castel Coira

An impressive castle in Val Venosta valley is Castel Coira. more
Castel Firmiano MMM

Castel Firmiano is the central project of Reinhold Messner’s mountain museums. more
Castel Juval

This fortress is the home of the extreme alpinist Reinhold Messner. more
Castel Mareccio

Close to the centre of the old town of Bolzano and nevertheless in the heart of nature, there is Castel Mareccio. more
Castel Monguelfo

Castel Monguelfo is not only a particular castle complex, but is also the oldes castle of Alta Pusteria. more
Castel Presule

This castle was built in the time of Maximilan by the Lords of Fiè. more
Castel Rafenstein

The romantic ruin of Castel Rafenstein rises high above the city of Bolzano at the entrance of Val Sarentino. more