The 10 Best Castles in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

September 15, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Discover the best top things to do in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy including Reifenstein Castle (Castel Tasso), Castel Toblino, Castello del Buonconsiglio Monumenti e Collezioni Provinciali, Castel Coira - Churburg, Castel Thun, Castel Trostburg, Castello di Avio, Runkelstein Castle, Castle Tyrol South Tyrolean Museum of Culture and Provincial History, Castel Presule.
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1. Reifenstein Castle (Castel Tasso)

Campo di Trens Italy +39 0472 765879 http://www.suedtirolerland.it/it/cultura-e-territorio/castelli/castel-tasso
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4.5 based on 137 reviews

Reifenstein Castle (Castel Tasso)

A remarkably well-preserved medieval castle, complete with dungeons and chambers.

2. Castel Toblino

Localita' Castel Toblino, 1 Lago di Toblino, 38072, Calavino Italy +39 347 8260222 [email protected] https://www.visittrentino.info/en/guide/must-see/castles/toblino-castle_md_2454
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4.5 based on 123 reviews

Castel Toblino

3. Castello del Buonconsiglio Monumenti e Collezioni Provinciali

Via Cardinale Bernardo Clesio 5, 38122, Trento Italy +39 0461 233770 [email protected] http://www.buonconsiglio.it
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4.5 based on 2,430 reviews

Castello del Buonconsiglio Monumenti e Collezioni Provinciali

The Buonconsiglio Castle is the largest and most important monumental complex of the Trentino Alto Adige region. It was the residence of the prince-bishops of Trento from the 13th century to the end of the 18th century, and is composed of a series of buildings of different eras, enclosed by walls and positioned slightly higher than the city. Castelvecchio is the oldest nucleus, dominated by an imposing cylindrical tower; the Magno Palazzo is the 16th century expansion in the Italian Renaissance-style as commissioned by the Prince-Bishop and Cardinal Bernardo Cles (1485-1539); the Baroque-style Giunta Albertiana dates from the end of the 17th century. At the extreme south of the complex is the Torre Aquila, within which is conserved the famous Cycle of the Months, one of the most fascinating secular pictorial cycles of the late Middle Ages.

Reviewed By saibot - Huntersville, United States

My son & I really enjoyed visiting this castle as there are lots of neat sections to visit in the old part. The "newer" parts are interesting as well, & their collection of artifacts & exhibits is impressive. Well worth the reasonable entrance fee. The cafe was also pretty good! Grounds were decorated for the holidays which was also nice. Highly recommended!

4. Castel Coira - Churburg

I-39020 Sluderno Italy +39 0473 615241 [email protected] http://www.castelcoira.com/
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4.5 based on 313 reviews

Castel Coira - Churburg

5. Castel Thun

Via Castel Thun 1, 38010 Ton Italy https://www.castelthun.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8&Itemid=165
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4.5 based on 1,598 reviews

Castel Thun

6. Castel Trostburg

Via Burgfrieden, 22, Ponte Gardena Italy +39 0471 654401 [email protected] https://www.burgeninstitut.com/castel_trostburg_informazioni.htm
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4.5 based on 68 reviews

Castel Trostburg

7. Castello di Avio

Via al Castello, 38063, Avio Italy +39 0464 684453 [email protected] http://www.fondoambiente.it/luoghi/castello-di-avio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=tripadvisor&utm_campaign=avio
Excellent
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4.5 based on 383 reviews

Castello di Avio

8. Runkelstein Castle

Via Sant Antonio 15 sentiero Imp. Francesco Giuseppe, 39100 Bolzano Italy +39 0471 329808 [email protected] http://www.roncolo.info/
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4.5 based on 622 reviews

Runkelstein Castle

Runkelstein Castle lies on a porphyr rock and overlooks the city of Bolzano. Its construction began in the year 1237 by order of the nobles Friedrich and Beral von Wangen. However, its moment of glory was the year 1385, when the castle was acquired by the bourgeois brothers Franz and Niklaus Vintler. Up to the present day Runkelstein Castle hosts the largest cycle of secular medieval frescoes.

Reviewed By vessi80 - North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom

The free shuttle bus from Piazza Walther whisks you straight here. 10 minute uphill walk from the car park and you're back in the 13th century ! Entrance is 8 euros but included with the Alto Adige/Sud Tirol Museumobil Card (also covers return train from Trento). Stunning inside and out with great descriptors of those famous medieval frescoes. The exhibition on Maximilian the First (until Jan'20) is outstanding. There's an original 'Weisskunig' novel on display plus 'The Book of Heroes'. Add, wonderful prints of this famous Habsburg, coinage showing just what a self image promoter he was and the famous Maximilian Armour. Brilliant curation ! Lovely coffee/snacks in the atmospheric courtyard and the great staff at the desk arranged the return shuttle. Perfect Saturday at Runkelstein.

9. Castle Tyrol South Tyrolean Museum of Culture and Provincial History

Schlossweg 24, 39019 Tirolo / Dorf Tirol Italy +39 0473 220221 [email protected] http://www.casteltirolo.it
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4.5 based on 569 reviews

Castle Tyrol South Tyrolean Museum of Culture and Provincial History

Opening hours of Castle Tyrol: from 15th March to 8th December 2019 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays.

Reviewed By stevebJ7542BD - Kalispell, United States

We could see this castle from our hotel at night so we decided to check it out. The road to the West of it, from Lagundo, was very fun and scenic on our motorcycle and we were able to park right at the front door although that may be very hard to do with a car. The castle has been partially restored and was done very well. It still feels and looks like it would have 100's of years ago. It's a self guided tour, which we prefer, with good signage and descriptions throughout the castle although some weren't available in English. Also, the views from the castle are amazing.

10. Castel Presule

Prosels 2, 39050, Fie allo Sciliar Italy +39 0471 601062 [email protected] https://www.suedtirolerland.it/en/highlights/castles-mansions/castel-presule/
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4.5 based on 177 reviews

Castel Presule

Visit Prösels Castle and spend unforgettable hours in the historic courtyard, in the idyllic chapel, the cosy fireplace room, the splendid knight's hall, the private rooms of the Count? Leonhard von Völs and in the terrifying armoury. Prösels Castle, which is open from 1 May to 31 October, can also be hired for unforgettable celebrations (weddings, work anniversaries, birthdays).

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