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Presule Castle

The present Gothic form of Presule Castle, built by the Lords of Fiè, dates back to the times of Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor

Presule Castle - "Schloss Prösels" in German, "Castel Presule" in Italian - is located in a delightful landscape in Presule which belongs to the municipality of Fiè allo Sciliar. The medieval castle was mentioned for the first time in a document dating back to 1279 as "Castrum Presile". However, the castle is supposed to be constructed already around 1200 AD by the Lords of Fié, but it was established as it appears today only in the 16th century. More precisely, the old castle was transformed into a majestic Gothic building by Leonard of Fiè, the castellan of Tyrol, in 1517 (proved by an inscription on the castle gate). Until his decease in 1530, he also lived in the castle.

About 500 years ago, the castle was the scene of witch trials - the actual burning place, however, is still unknown. In the following centuries, the building changed hands 14 times. After the death of the last lord, the board of trustees "Kuratorium Schloss Prösels GmbH" purchased the castle and is still in its possession. Not only guided tours are offered, but the wonderful ambience of Presule Castle is also venue for concerts, exhibitions and theatre performances.

Worthwhile is the collection of arms, most of which date back to the 19th century, but some are also from the period of Leonard of Fiè. Also parts of the Oswald von Wolkenstein Ride take place in the castle courtyard. Recently, the castle offers also guided visits during winter months. And how to reach Presule Castle? The number 176 bus (Siusi - Fiè allo Sciliar) takes you to the castle complex. By foot, a 2-hour walk leads from Fiè allo Sciliar via the hamlet Umes to Presule.

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Opening times

  • Tue 19 Mar closed
  • Wed 20 Mar closed
  • Thu 21 Mar 15:00 - 16:00
  • Fri 22 Mar closed
  • Sat 23 Mar closed
  • Sun 24 Mar closed
  • Mon 25 Mar closed

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Guided castle tours - winter 2024 (11/01/2024 - 28/03/2024)

  • Mon closed
  • Tue closed
  • Wed closed
  • Thu 15:00 - 16:00
  • Fri closed
  • Sat closed
  • Sun closed

Guided tour dedicated to taste, history and culture 2024 (15/02/2024) 15:00 - 17:00

Spring closure 2024 (28/03/2024 - 30/04/2024)

  • Mon closed
  • Tue closed
  • Wed closed
  • Thu closed
  • Fri closed
  • Sat closed
  • Sun closed

Admission

guided castle tours in winter:
€ 13.00 adults
€ 13.00 young people (15-18 years)
€ 6.00 children (6-14 years)

with a mulled local apple juice

guided tour dedicated to taste, history and culture:
€ 20.00 adults
€ 20.00 young people (15-18 years)
€ 10.00 children (6-14 years)

with free tasting of local products

reservation till noon time of the same day

More information

The guided castle tours are offered in winter every Thursday afternoon. The special guided tour dedicated to taste, history and culture takes place on February 15, 2024.

Presule Castle stays open in summer and in winter, summer season start 2024 on the 1st of May.

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