Castles in South Tyrol

Seis am Schlern

Hauenstein Castle

Hauenstein Castle, at the foot of the Santner peak, was first mentioned in a document in 1185. Around 1400, the fortress passed on to the Wolkenstein family. Oswald von Wolkenstein, the most famous member of the dynasty, inherited a part of the castle where he lived for several years. In 1976-77, on the occasion of Oswald's 600-year anniversary, the castle has been renovated.

Salegg Castle

Salegg Castle has been reduced to a ruin long time ago. Although it radiates a melancholic feeling, the castle offers on of the most amazing views on the wild walls of the Schlern massiv.

Aichach Castle

Underneath Seis, on a black porphyry rock stands the ruins of Aichach Castle. Deep down in the gorge rushes the brook "Schwarzgriesbach", in front stands the small church of St. Konstantin, in the background you can admire the imposing walls of the Santner and the Schlern: an unforgettable view.   

Völs am Schlern 

Castel Prösels

The medieval Castel Prösels was first mentioned under the name of "castrum presile" in a document dating from 1279. It is open for visitors for most of the year and the venue of many cultural activities throughout the summer, such as open-air stage performances, concerts and exihibitions. There are famous Batzenhäusl Collection and the collection of historical 19th century weapons. Daily guided tours through the castle, except Saturdays.  

Waidbruck

Castel Trostburg

This fortress was built in the 12th century and expanded in the 14th and 15th century. It was once owned by the brother of the famous medieval troubadour Oswald von Wolkenstein and has belonged to the South Tyrol Castle Institute since 1967. The castle can be reached by foot: either by a medieval path (around 15 minutes) or via an easy pathway from the village Waidbruck (Ponte Gardena) below the tunnel leading to the Val Gardena.   

Bozen / Bolzano Castle Maretsch, Runkelstein, Haselburg    

Meran / Merano

Castle Tirol, Trauttmansdorff

Vinschgau / Val Venosta

Castle Juval