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Castello di Miramare

This castle overlooks a wonderful panorama, surrounded by a large park of 22 hectares and close to the sea, for this reason its name is Miramar, in the Italianized form, deriving from the Spanish “mirar el mar” because the castle was built by the Archduke of Austria and Emperor of Mexico, Maximilian of Habburg-Lorraine. In the park there is also the castle, a smaller building where the archduke lived before the construction of the castle. Inside, the castle consists of numerous rooms.

Viale Miramare, 331 - Trieste

Tel. +39 040 224143

Castello di Miramare

A visit to Miramare’s Castle

If you plan to visit Trieste you can certainly not miss the splendid Miramare’s Castle: overlooking the Gulf, the castle is a perfect blend of harmony of nature and exceptional architectural ability.Miramare’s Castle has been built by order of Maximilian of Austria, surrounded by a park of 22 hectares with a large variety of plants and today houses a famous museum open to the public, where you can visit the rooms inhabited by Massimiliano and those reserved for guests.

In the park of Miramare which surrounds the building there is a smaller castle, known as the "Little Castle", that, while the main castle was under construction, has been built to be the residence of the emperor and his wife,.

A visit to Miramare Castle is certainly a good choice, especially in a sunny day: a personal suggestion is not to miss this trip outside the city and dedicate it at least half of your day.
Written by Bridget Brackett - Last update: 08/01/2020

The Miramare Castle

The Miramare Castle was built between 1856 and 1860 by orders of Maximilian of the House of Habsburg (1832-1867). He was Franz Joseph's (emperator of Austria) youngest brother. From 1931 to 1937 the castle was inhabited by duke Amedeo d'Aosta.

Inside you can see the apartments where Maximilian and his wife Carlotte lived for a short period, the guests rooms and the throne room. All rooms have original furniture.

The castle is surrounded by a huge park with ponds, statues and some buildings as the stables and the so called Castelletto. Maximilian and Charlotte lived there while the castle was being constructed. The castle is situated some five km from Trieste. You can go there by bus.
Written by Alexandra Evans - Last update: 31/01/2020
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The address of Castello di Miramareis Viale Miramare, 331 - Trieste

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The phone number of Castello di Miramareis +39 040 224143

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