Trentino Alto Adige castles, palaces and mansions

The Trentino Alto Adige region is rich in castles, towers, and historic houses, a strong testimony of medieval architecture. A dense network of manors spreads over the whole territory, in the plains, on the gentle hill slopes and perched on rocky mountains, surrounded by vineyards, beech and chestnut woods. Built in strategic positions, they dominate the surrounding valleys, often with mighty crenellated walls and lively interior decorations made on frescoed walls to recall the opulence of the local noble families. Many can be visited, still others used as private homes, and still others only ruins bearing witness to a glorious past. Discover with Visititaly, the fortresses, the villas, the forts, the historic buildings, the noble residences and all the places linked to culture that characterize the Trentino Alto Adige region. If you have visited a castle and would like to share your experience with others, please report it here!

Ossana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Ossana

The Castle of Ossana was built according to a quadrangular structure of 25 meters. Inside there is also a chapel built in honor of San Michele. After some restorations, since 1996 the Castle can be visited by everyone.

Stenico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Stenico

The Castle of Stenico was built in 1163 and was the residence of a Captain. It is placed on a rocky spur, from which it dominates the whole valley and the village. Initially, its function was a refuge of the Stoni. Today it is used as an exhibition venue for exhibitions, contemporary and photographic art competitions, and various concerts.

Madruzzo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Madruzzo

Starting from 1160, the Castle of Madruzzo was the seat of the noble family from which it takes its name. It was composed of a set of residences surrounded by walls built on the rock and two imposing towers. After becoming an elegant princely residence, it passed in the 19th century under the Larcher family of Trento who carried out its reconstruction.

Lavarone - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Belvedere

The Belvedere Fort was built in 1908 by Rudolf Schneider. It is an Austro-Hungarian construction, erected with the intent to protect Trento from possible attacks. Today, the Museum of the First World War in Lavarone is set up inside it.

Vigo di Ton - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Thun

The Thun Castle was built in the middle of the thirteenth century in a hill located near the city of Vigo di Ton. The architectural structure is surrounded by imposing towers, ramparts, ditches and walkways. On the ground floor there are public rooms while the first floor are the stately ones. The castle is open to the public and is in an excellent state of preservation.

Folgaria - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Cherle o San Sebastiano

Fort Cherle also known as Saint Sebastian was part of the fortified system of the Austrian empire placed on the border with Italy. It was built between 1911 and 1913 and immediately was put in the shot by the nearby Italian fort Campomolon. The military fortress today appears to be very damaged, although restoration works carried out during the twentieth century made it possible to access some internal galleries.

Besenello - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Beseno

Important battles took place in this castle. Trap accounts were the owners of the castle from 1470 until 1973, later it was donated to the Province of Trento. Currently, temporary and historical exhibitions are exhibited in the castle.

Campodenno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Belasi

The Belasi castle was built in the twelfth century. This was owned by some of the most important families in Val di Non. Its defensive structure consists of a double walls. After World War II, the building was abandoned. Currently, the castle is owned by the Municipality of Campodenno, which has undertaken restoration work.

Drena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Drena

The castle was built in the twelfth century on a hill, in the homonymous location from which it also took its name. The purpose for which it was built was to control the connection route between Trento and Lake Garda. This was one of the reasons why it was always contested over the centuries. During the last restoration works, traces were discovered dating back to the Bronze Age period.

Caldes - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Caldes

The Caldes Castle was built by the Cagno family, and in 1464 it was donated to the Thun family. During the nineteenth century the building was purchased by another local family. Currently, it is owned by the Province of Trento. The castle was restored and restored to its former glory. Inside, we find beautiful frescoes. Part of the castle is also a small church built in the late sixteenth century and dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Calliano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Pietra

Castel Pietra is located on a bump of Castel Beseno. The construction work ended in the 13th century, a period when it broke away from the administration of the Beseno family, who also owned the other castle. It has a Gothic style and inside it we can admire the frescoed rooms dating back to the 15th century. It was restored by the Autonomous Province of Trento. It is currently privately owned.

Spormaggiore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Belfort

It was built in 1311 by Tissone of Altspaur. The tower stands out of the structure, still visible. Unfortunately, in 1670 it was destroyed by a fire and only thirty years later it began with reconstruction. During Napoleon's period he was abandoned. Today, the remaining ruins are visible already from the street and can be visited.

Bresimo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Altaguardia

The Castle of Altaguardia stands on a hill, at a height of 1280. In fact, it is the highest of all Trentino. It was built on pre-existing ruins in the Middle Ages. From the 18th century it was abandoned and only recently it has been renovated. Today it can be visited and easily reached via a path.

Rovereto - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Rovereto

The Castle of Rovereto is a magnificent alpine fortification from the late Medieval era. During the bombings of World War I, the castle suffered serious damage. During the twenties it was restructured, and a new restoration project is still under construction. Since 1921, the Italian Historical Museum of War has been set up inside it.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Thun

The Palazzo Thun in Trento was built in the mid-16th century in Renaissance style and consists of several buildings, a chapel and a tower. The interior of the palace was modified according to the neoclassical style at the behest of Count Matteo Thun in 1830. Inside it is possible to see some works characteristic of Italian art: Antonio Giongo's Neptune, the frescoes by Brusasorci and the paintings by Casarini.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Galasso

Palazzo Galasso was built at the beginning of the '600, according to the project by Pier Maria Bagnadore. The structure has classic elements and Palladianism, both outside and in the interior. It is called “Devil's”, since the work on the construction of its façade ended in less than six years, and for the time of that time, it was an extremely short period.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Geremia

The Geremia Palace was built in late 1400, on commission by Giovanni Antonio Pona. The structure has elements of Gothic style inside, and Renaissance style on the outside. The facade is all frescoed by Marcello Fogolino, and this makes it a very elegant building. Since 1912 it belongs to the Municipality of Trento, and today it is the headquarters of representation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Larcher-Fogazzaro

The palace dates back to the 18th century, owned by the Guarinoni family. The structure has architectural elements from the late Baroque and is one of the most majestic buildings in the city. The façade is characterized by careful decorative works, while the interior preserves numerous works of art from the eighteenth century.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Salvadori

Palazzo Salvadori was built during the 16th century, the work of Lucio di Pietro. The structure was erected on the plant of an ancient synagogue of the Jews, and has Renaissance architectural elements. The decorations on the façade have a religious character: the medallions of Martyrdom and the Glory of Simonino, created great controversy among the Jewish community of Trento. Currently, the building is well preserved.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Tabarelli

The palace was built in the '500 on the installations of some previous medieval buildings. It took its name from the Tabarelli de Fatis, who commissioned its construction. The structure is a typical example of the Renaissance style, and was designed by Alessio Longhi. From the excavations on the area below, ancient Roman testimonies have been discovered. Today the structure is in an excellent state of preservation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo delle Albere

The palace was built in the '500 by Madruzzo. The structure has a square plan, and consists of four tall towers. Inside, there are numerous paintings that enrich the palace, giving it an elegant look. The building is home to the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto.

Avio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dei Sabbionara D'Avio

The Castle of Sabbionara D'Avio is a fascinating and very ancient castle known even before the 13th century. Ownership of the well-known Castelbarco family, it then passed into the hands of the Venetians, cardinals and other recognized personalities from various eras. You can admire a beautiful landscape that surrounds the castle of medieval architecture. The paintings represented inside the castle are of the Gothic-Veronese style of 14th century, as in the 'Chamber of Love', 'The Male' and in the 'Fighters' Parade.

Cavalese - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Magnifica Comunità

The imposing Palazzo della Magnifica Comunità di Fiemme preserves documents and traditions of the community of Fiemme. This stands in the historic center of the ancient town of Cavalese and is a symbol of the centuries-old history of the valley. The building is surrounded by a crenellated wall and has a façade with valuable frescoes from the 500.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello del Buonconsiglio

One of the most famous buildings of Trento, it is the greatest monumental complex of Trentino-Alto Adige, built for defensive purposes on a rocky hill. It has archaeological collections, art, numismatics and temporary exhibitions.

Borgo Valsugana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Telvana

North of the municipality is Castel Telvana, located in a strategic position on Mount Ciolino, it was built in the thirteenth century to control the valley.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Thun

Thun Castle was built in the mid-13th century and was home to the powerful Thun family, who owned prestigious residences in the valleys of Non and Sole. The castle is located on top of a hill and enjoys a beautiful panoramic position. Very beautiful and not to be missed are the drawbridge and the comital palace.

Spormaggiore - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Belfort

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Pretorio

This is a historic building located in Piazza del Duomo. It is topped by the massive size of the Civic Tower and is adorned with a battlements. Today it houses the Tridentino Diocesian Museum.

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Boymont Diroccato

The Boymont Diroccato Castle was built in 1230 by a part of the Counts of Eppan family and is of the early medieval and quadrangular type. The property was used as a residence. The castle can be easily reached on foot and is part of the 'Castle Triangle'.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Novale

Castel Novale, also known as Castel Ried, was built in 1200. An interesting and particular fact concerning the structure, is that it was never conquered, and for this reason there are not so many fortifications. This Castle is one of the best known medieval monuments in Bolzano. Unfortunately, today, being a private property, it is not open to tourists visits, but it is only accessible on a few rare occasions.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Flavon

Castel Flavon and its ancient walls date back to the 12th century. The building underwent several transformations during the 14th-15th centuries by the Lords of Fiè, therefore, very little remained of the original view. However, the property remains a popular point of interest with tourists. Today, it is also used as a restaurant and place for parties and receptions of all kinds.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Firmiano Diroccato

The Firmiano Castle is one of the most majestic and ancient in South Tyrol. In the 12th century it was entrusted to the Ministerials. In 1996 it became the property of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano. In the spring of 2003, after a few controversy, Reinhold Messner obtained the concession for the construction of his mountain museum.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Mareccio

The construction is very old and dates back to the 13th century, when the building was the residence of the Mareccio family, from which it also took its name. The castle is located in the center of Bolzano. In 1400, an impressive structure was built after several renovations. At the end of 1650, the castle also owned a moat of water. After the Mareccio family, the castle has continually changed its owner.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Roncolo

It is a medieval castle located in South Tyrol and was built in 1237 by the brothers Friedrich and Beral von Wangen. It was seriously damaged by a siege by the Count of Tyrol, Mainardo II. It is known for the extensive cycle of frescoes depicting aspects of courteous life and culture.

Racines - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Wolfsthurn

The castle was built in the 12th century by the Wolf family, but its present form was given to it in 1727. These works have transformed him into a stately building of Baroque workmanship. On its facades, 365 windows open.

Campo Tures - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Tures

Restored after the second world war, the Castle Tures offers to tourists all its medieval splendor.Is located in Val di Tures, near the homonymous village Campo Tures.

Brunico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Vescovile

Wherever you approach the city, the first thing you notice is the great Episcopal Castle. Located on an easily accessible hill, the manor overlooks the houses of the old town. In the right wing are the bishops' rooms, in the left wing the administrator's apartment and, originally, also the staff rooms.

Segonzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Segonzano

The medieval castle was built by Rodolfo Scancio and then passed to Baron Giovanni Battista Prato. The castle, majestic and of indescribable beauty, has crenellated ruins and the tower called the Prisons that overlooks the surrounding landscape.

Commezzadura - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa Guardi

This was the paternal home of Francesco Guardi da Mastellina, famous painter. High and massive, gable roof, windows framed in stone, portal full sixth of Renaissance forms, of rusticated tins, scudetto noble sacred painting mural

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo del Monte

Palazzo del Monte was built around the fifteenth century, and is located on one of the most vibrant areas of Trentino. The structure has elements of the Renaissance style, but also of the Gothic - Venetian one. The building is characterized by the numerous frescoes on the facade, where in the center there is the myth of Hercules, and the famous trifora with a balcony on the first floor. The plant has undergone several restorations over the years, and today it is in a good state of preservation.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Trautmannsdorf

The structure dates back to the beginning of the '500. The building was named after the Trautmannsdorf, the first to own it. The structure is a typical example of the Trentino Renaissance and has very regular compositional elements. The decorations belong to the late Renaissance, since they had arrived only after the restoration of the '800. Today the building is home to the Istituto Trentino del Vino.

Brunico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Museo Civico di Brunico

The Brunico Civic Museum is centrally located at the foot of the castle hill. A rich exhibition program of modern and contemporary art enlivens the museum activity. Five to seven exhibitions a year present artistic positions that mainly refer to the regional environment. Graphics, painting, sculpture and photography alternate to meet the interests of a wider audience.

Selva di Val Gardena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Gardena

Corvara - Castles, palaces and mansions

Pedecorvara

Dimaro - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa del Dazio

Pieve di Bono-Prezzo - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Romano Diroccato

The building dates back to the 19th century. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that it is a castle-tower and has a different shape than other buildings with a polygonal base. Initially it was owned by the Eppan and then the Londron, in the 14th. The castle was destroyed during the bombings of World War I. Nowadays it is subject to renovation.

Salorno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Salorno

The Castle of Salorno was built in 1150. Over the years it passed into the hands of several owners, and in 2001 it became the property of Baron Ernesto Rubin de Cervin Albrizzi, who with the help of the Province of Bolzano and the Cassa di Foundation Savings, he restored the structure.

San Lorenzo di Sebato - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Badia

The ancient construction dates back to the 10th century AD and was built at the behest of Count Otwin von Lurngau. Initially it had the function of a courthouse, but then it was transformed into a monastery and was donated to the Benedictine nuns. Unfortunately, there have been some damages over the years, which changed the original structure. The castle is located on a hill and is easily visible.

Sanzeno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Casez o Palazzo Concini

It is inserted in the village of the town, but still maintains its castle structure. The building was built in the 13th century, and had as its first owners the Bragherio of Coredo. The building is in excellent condition and is currently private property and can therefore be visited only on a few occasions.

Sarnonico - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Morenberg

The first core of the Morenberg Castle structure dates back to 1380. Following the death of the Morenberg family, the fortress became the property of the Barons of Cles. On the door of the second courtyard there was, until the last century, a coat of arms depicting a rampant greyhound belonging to the noble family.

Scena - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Scena

The Scena Castle was built in 1350 during the period of Margareta Maultasch. Over the years the building has been transformed several times by Count Von Lichtenstein. It was decorated according to the models of the 19th century residences. The interiors are decorated in a very special way, there are paintings by great artists and almost the entire collection by Andreas Hofer.

Sesto - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Mitterberg

The Mitterberg Fort was built between 1885 and 1889. The building is part of the Austrian fortifications system on the Italian border. The property is owned by the Military State Property and is used as a deposit. Currently, the Municipality of Sesto is in negotiations for the purchase of the fort, with the aim of transforming it into a cultural and historical center of the country.

Primiero San Martino di Castrozza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Pietra Diroccato

The Castle was erected in 1273, and in 1401 it became the property of the Welsperg, who turned it into a summer residence. The building was destroyed several times, due to the wars. Currently, there are only a few ruins left of the castle.

Fornace - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Roccabruna

The Castle of Roccabruna was built in the Middle Ages for defense purposes. When it was home to the noble family of the Roccabruna, it became a splendid Renaissance mansion. Of the entire Castle, today, there is only the door placed in the historic center of the village.

Fortezza - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte

The fort was built between the 18th and 19th, during the expansion of Napoleon. The building is part of the Austrian fortifications system on the Italian border. The fort, being located near the river, was also used for the transport of goods.

Merano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Principesco

The Princely Castle was built by the Duke Sigismund of Austria in the second half of the 15th century as a princely residence. In 1516, Emperor Maximilian I also stayed there for a few days. Subsequently, the Castle fell in abandonment but fortunately, after the Municipality of Merano purchased it, restorations were carried out in a historical key on a project by Friedrich von Schmidt.

Merano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Trauttmansdorff

The origins of Trauttmansdorff Castle date back to 1300 when a manor named Neuberg was built in its place. Later in 1543, the Trauttmansdorff family bought the manor and expanded some parts of it. The name of the Castle is due to Count Styria Joseph von Trauttmansdorff, who, in 1846, bought the Castle after the original family had left the building. The Castle later hosted the Empress Elizabeth of Bavaria making the fortress and also the city of Merano famous.

Mezzocorona - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Firmian

The Castle was built in 1480 by the captain of the Valle di Non, Nicolò I of Firmian. In 1650, a classroom was built outside that gave the opportunity to unite the tower with the castle. All the changes were made in Gothic and Baroque style. Inside there is the chapel dedicated to San Giovanni Nepomuceno and some important paintings.

Mori - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Albano

There is little information about the history of Castel Albano. The building was composed of two floors, leaning against the main tower, a barn and even a barn. The castle was destroyed by the Venetian troops in 1440 and currently we find only the ruins of it.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Torre Franca

The Castle of Torre Franca was built in the twelfth century. It is composed of four cylindrical towers. During World War II, the castle hosted a military hospital. Today the castle is private property.

Altopiano della Vigolana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Vigolo Vattaro

This initial construction belonged to the period of the Middle Ages, instead the current structure dates back to a reconstruction of the seventeenth century. It is placed at the top of a summit since it was used as an observation point in the area. Its structure includes a city wall with a square tower, mullioned windows and single windows that surround the entire perimeter. It was recently refurbished.

Villa Lagarina - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Castellano

The construction takes its name from the location in which it is located. It was assumed that the castle was built around the thirteenth century. It has a massive structure consisting of an ancient tower and a residential building. Due to the collapses, the tower was lowered and therefore the original height does not match today. After the purchase of the Lodron family, it was transformed into a noble residence. It is currently privately owned.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Sardagna

The Palazzo della Sardagna is a majestic structure built by the family that bears the same name and thanks to which it has the same shapes and characteristics of today. It is a palace that reflects the Trentino Renaissance and Baroque style as it was built in the transitional phase of the eighteenth century. The Sardagna family coat of arms is visible at the entrance. Only the rooms of the museum are accessible to the public.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Calepini

The palace was erected during the 16th century, on commission of the Calepini family, from which it also took its name. The structure has architectural elements of the '500, typical of the late Renaissance style. Inside, there are numerous paintings of eighteenth-century origin. Currently, the building houses the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Trento.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Firmian

The palace dates back to the '500, took the name of Carlo Firmian, who was born in that building. The structure has architectural elements of the late Renaissance, while the decorative ones can be dated in different periods. The building was restored several times, this also changed the original appearance of the building, but the frescoes and other works inside remained intact. Currently, the building is home to the Cassa di Risparmio.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Trentini

The palace was built in 1740, on commission of the noble Trentini family. The structure has elegant decorative elements, belonging to the Rococo style. The interior houses numerous frescoes and several well-kept ornaments, by Carlo Henrici, Giorgio Anselmi, Pietro Antonio Bianchi and some other artists of the time. Currently, the palace hosts several exhibitions and events in the area.

Trento - Castles, palaces and mansions

Casa Balduini

Casa Balduini dates back to the Middle Ages, and was the first structure with a frescoed facade in Trento. The frescoes date back to the '400 and represent stories of mythology, but reported in Renaissance style. The property is one of the most beautiful in the city, and today it is in excellent condition.

Stelvio - Castles, palaces and mansions

Forte Gomagoi

On the Italian border there is a large system of Austrian fortifications of which Fort Gomagoi. This fortress, together with other fortifications, form, all together, the Gomagoi barrier. The Fort of Gomagoi was built in 1859. It was intended to impress the invaders, so it served to defend the boundaries of the Austrian empire.

Tenno - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Tenno

The Castle of Tenno was built towards the end of the twelfth century. After reporting damage from the assiduous battles of the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries it was restored returning to its former glory. It still preserves the escarpment walls and the fortified bodies near the village below.

Vallelaghi - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Terlago

The Castle of Terlago, also known as Domus de Trilaco, is a fortified building. It is surrounded by a beautiful and large garden. It is currently used as a private residence and cannot be visited.

Terlano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Casanova o Maultasch Diroccato

The castle dates back to the 13th century. It is thought that it was initially used as customs for the city of Terlano. A few years later it was destroyed and then rebuilt and expanded. He changed owners several times. Today, although there are only ruins, it is visited by tourists and above all by hikers, it is in fact one of the favorite destinations in the area, easily accessible and also suitable for children.

Terlano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Greifenstein o Castel Porco

Historical references from 1159 have historical references from the Greifenstein Castle or Castel Porco. During the 13th century it was destroyed by the dispute between the archbishop of Trento and the Count of Tyrol. It was rebuilt in the fourteenth century becoming, again, a field for the noble struggles that took place in 1420.

Ton - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel San Pietro

In addition to a beautiful panorama of the Brenta Dolomites, the San Pietro Castle has a historical and architectural value. It was built by the Thun family in medieval style around the 12th century. According to Franco Lancetti, who did the renovation of the castle, the tower had to be 15 meters high and around 6 meters in diameter. Historical testimonies show that the building also housed the chapel of St. Peter from which the castle took its name. It was abandoned at the end of the 17th century by the Thun and today we find the ruins of the castle.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Sarentino o Rafenstein Diroccato

The Sarentino Castle or Rafenstein is located in the northwest of Bolzano. The structure rises on the western slope of Val Sarentino. In ancient times it was very important for the optimal position it had as a commercial and liaison route. Since 2008, instead, the castle has been the subject of an important restoration that allows it to preserve the wall structures at great risk of collapse.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Campegno

This castle was a modest fortification with only one massive square tower. In 1325 it was owned by the Sonneburg Convent, then passed on to the different noble families of the time. It underwent an expansion that gave it a typical structure of the castles built in the twentieth century.

Bolzano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Mercantile

The Mercantile Palace was built in 1708 by the architect Francesco Perotti. The Magistrate decided to buy two houses, in this way he modified the building, consisting of a courtyard and original antique furnishings. The structure is composed of high arches, the façade with protruding gables and a large balcony. Today it is home to the City Chamber of Commerce.

Borgo d'Anaunia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Castelfondo

Chiusa - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Branzollo

The Branzollo Castle or Torre del Capitano is located in the historic center of Chiusa. It was built in the thirteenth century and then, between the fourteenth and seventeenth centuries, it served as customs. It was the seat of the Burgavrio of Prince Bishop during 1467. Destroyed by a fire in 1671, it was completely rebuilt maintaining the structure and characteristics of the past.

Chiusa - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello Tina o Gernstein

The Tina or Gernstein Castle was built in the late twelfth century by Enrico di Garro. It is known by the local population as 'Schloss Gernstein' and has a structure consisting of small towers with crenellated and well-defined walls. Its function was to control the ancient road that connected Bolzano to Brixen. After a period of decay, the Castle was purchased by Friedrich von Gerstein — Hohenstein, who gave the building a romantic imprint.

Predaia - Castles, palaces and mansions

Palazzo Nero

The building was built in 1460 by Bishop George of Hack. During 1614 and 1615, the palace was the seat of the witches, who were burned alive in front of the building. The most particular part of the structure is the judgment room where there are frescoes depicting the legend of the Queen of France. Today the building is a private home.

Croviana - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello dei Pezzen

The Pezzèn Castle is located in the municipality of Croviana. Initially it belonged to the Valtellina family, later, it passed into the hands of several owners. Currently, the building is a private home.

Contà - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Corona

The Corona Castle was built during the 13th century. Its structure is made of stone and is twenty meters high and thirty meters long. The building performed a military function. Currently, only the ruins of the castle are visible.

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello di Appiano Diroccato

The origin of the castle is certainly not, but according to sources, dates back to the twelfth century. It was the second residence of the Counts of Eppan for security reasons. Inside there is a great historical and artistic heritage: the chapel with its carefully curated frescoes depicting the biblical stories, the medieval elements of the structure and numerous others physical testimonies that you can see easily. Currently the building is the headquarters of a homonymous accommodation facility that offers all the necessary services for visitors.

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castelforte

Castelforte, or rather to say what is left of it, was initially mentioned in the 13th century. It is a rocky structure, located in the middle of the forest, in one of the gorges of Gaido. In the 16th century it was badly damaged by a fire and only in 1910 it was restored by its German owner. It is constantly visited by people who organize excursions in the area.

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castello al Lago

The Castle is located near the big lake, Monticolo. It was built in the 19th century by its sole German owner Josef von Zastrow. The structure is composed of medieval elements: windows and staircases with pointed arch and lace decorations. At the beginning of the 20th century it became the property of the Municipality

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Residenza Kreit

Kreit is one of the most famous noble residences in Eppan. The original plant was a peasant house, but the restoration of the '500 by its owner gave it its current appearance. Over the years he had several owners, mainly peasants, up to the Raifer family who still lives in the residence today since 1898. Being privately owned, Kreit can only be admired from the outside.

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Castello Ganda

The Castle is of medieval origin, despite all the restorations undergone over the years. It has a typical structure fortified for defensive reasons, although it was designed to be a place to relax. The current appearance is the result of the renovations carried out by the owners in different historical periods, which left their marks even today.

Appiano - Castles, palaces and mansions

Residenza Aichberg

Aichberg is part of the great system of noble residences in Eppan. The building is of medieval origins and, over the years, had numerous owners; the last ones, the Khuen-Belasi Counts, still own the castle today. The structure took a style of the Oltradige after the 2001 restoration: terrace floor, round windows, ample space and typical details. Since the building is privately owned, it can only be admired from an external position.

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Residenza Fortificata Breitenberg

Breitenberg is a noble residence of medieval origins that owes its present appearance to Georg von Pertold. It took its name from the title given to him by Pertold's father in 1609. The structure underwent several restorations over the years, but still remained the typical one of the area: the large courtyard, the door with the stone frame, the mullioned windows and the windows with capital. The current owners are the descendants of the Pertold family.

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Castello Guardia

The Guardia Castle, together with two other Korb and Boymont castles, forms the 'castle triangle'. The building was built on the foundations of a peasant house, between 1125 and 1130 by Count Ulrich II. In 1270, the main tower of the castle was built. From the castle you can see the city of Bolzano. Rare of its kind, inside the castle, is the pentagon tower. The frescoes found in the chapel and the various paintings constitute many of the attractions of the Castle.

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Castel Matschatsch

The Castle was erected in the '500 and passed into the hands of several owners over the years. In 1953 it became the property of the Municipality of Appiano, which had it restored and made its spaces wider with a certainly more modern style of architecture. To the south of the property is a small church with a chapel with a dome that makes the environment typical and romantic.

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Castel Saiori ruderi

The castle, together with two other structures, was part of a defensive system in order to control the communication routes. It was destroyed in 1510 during a conflict with the imperial troops. Of the castle, there are ruins from which you can admire a beautiful panorama of the Adige.

Ala - Castles, palaces and mansions

Castel Chizzola ruderi

Located on the Adige river in the Municipality of Ala in Trento, the Chizzola Castle is one of the many defensive structures in the valley. Extending over an excellent geographical position, the structure is of a medieval type, characterized by Ghibelline battlements. Moving from one owner to another, he was then completely abandoned. At present, we can find two sections of the fortification, of which a wall.

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Castello Tordilupo

The Castle was built in the 13th century by the Lords of Andriano. The construction had placed on the structure of an even older plant, of which only the city walls and the tower had remained. Over the years, the building underwent several restorations: the last was that of 1997 by its current owner, Baron Kripp. Currently, the castle works as a private residence of the Baron's family, and it can be admired only from the outside.

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Castello Englar

The Castle dates back to the end of the Middle Ages and was built on commission and will of the Firmian family. Over the years he has undergone several restorations, which however did not change his Gothic style. Inside the castle we find several frescoes by famous artists, and a typical decor of the period.

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Castello Moos

The castle had its origins from a medieval building, which, undergoing changes, presents us with the current appearance of the building. Inside there is a rich collection of fifteenth-century frescoes and antique furnishings. Currently the structure of the castle is the seat of the homonymous museum.

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Castello Paschbach

The castle rises in the 13th century, and the thing for which it is most known is that it was the residence of the famous artist Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (inside, in fact, there is still his piano). The building is a combination of different architectural styles, starting from the Middle Ages to Romanticism. Today it is open to the public.

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Residenza Tschindlhof

Tschindlhof is a noble residence that dates back to the Middle Ages. Over the years it was restored several times: the last renovation was in the '900, and it also gave the building its current appearance. It has the typical structure of the castles of the area: the door with the stone frame, the barrel vaults, the mullioned windows, and other typical elements of the style. Its current owners, the Von Mörl, turned it into an accommodation facility. It's open to the public.

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Castello Freundestein

The castle is of fourteenth-century origin, and was the residence of the nobles Fuchs von Fuchsberg. The building has a somewhat special structure, where different styles of architecture are combined, which makes Freudenstein unique. Currently, the castle is home to a golf club that bears the same name.

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