Castles in South Tyrol

Fontana castle

Built near the majestic Castel Tyrol, Castel Fontana - “Brunnenburg” in German (literally translated Fountain Castle) - is named after a nearby fountain. It was…

The castle of Scena

Only few minutes apart from the village of Scena, the Castle was built around 1350, during the time of Margarethe Maultasch, and still in the…

Prince's castle

You could rather call it a “miniature Castle” than a Prince's Castle. It is located in the centre of Merano, behind the Town Hall…

Castelbello

Located on top of a big rock in the centre of the village of Castelbello in Venosta Valley. Originally belonging to the lords of Montalban,…

Juval castle

In Venosta Valley, at the entrance of Senales Valley at a hight of 925 mt. rises the Juval Castle. It became famous when in 1983…

Coira Castle

It rises at Sluderno (Schluderns) in Venosta Valley at 5 km. from Malles, with a beautiful view on the Ortles and the Cevedale. It is…

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Interesting events

The Wine Festival in Merano

For 25 years now, this festival has celebrated the excellence of wine. In November, over 300 wine producers from all over Italy gather in Merano to present their products to thousands of visitors. It’s a must-go occasion for professionals and…
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Highlights

SOUTH TYROLIAN FOLKLORE

The word “folklore” may not be enough to understand all the century-old traditions and customs…
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