The Top 20 Castles around the Adige
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from around the Adige. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around the Adige. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Historic Old Town Glurns / Glorenza
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Glurns, the smallest town in South Tyrol, impresses with its completely preserved city walls and medieval flair. Winding alleys, arcades, and defensive towers create the town's historic charm and invite exploration.
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Sigmundskron Castle Section of the Bozen–Kaltern Rail Trail
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On the old route of the Überetscher Railway - including (illuminated) tunnels and bridges - and thanks to the limited climbing ability of railways, only with very gentle gradients.
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View of Kastelbell Castle
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One of the many castles in the Vinschgau.
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Fürstenburg Castle (Burgeis)
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The medieval complex of the Fürstenburg in Burgeis was built by Bishop Konrad of Chur in the 13th century. Some modifications were made in the 16th and 17th centuries. The …
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View of Castel Firmiano (Sigmundskron Castle)
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Visible from afar, Sigmundskron Castle sits enthroned on the rock. Today, the historic walls house Reinhold Messner's MMM Firmian, the headquarters of a fascinating museum project. It's well worth a visit!
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Burgeis / Burgusio
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Princely castle from the 13th century near Burgeis (Mals)
The medieval complex of the Fürstenburg in Burgeis was built by the Chur Bishop Konrad in the 13th century. Some redesigns …
The medieval complex of the Fürstenburg in Burgeis was built by the Chur Bishop Konrad in the 13th century. Some redesigns …
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Messner Mountain Museum Juval (Juval Castle)
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As one of six Messner Mountain Museums, the exhibition offers various collections and books on the subject of Tibet, various collections on the sacred mountains of the world, a collection …
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View of Castelbello Castle from the bike path
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Documented for the first time in 1238, the castle of Castelbello dominates the Val Venosta from a block of rock on the left bank of the Adige. From the cycle path it is clearly visible above several apple orchards.
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Leuchtenburg Castle
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The way up is rewarded with a great view!
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Castelvecchio
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The museum is always closed on Monday mornings, January 1st and December 25th.
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