South Tyrol’s most beautiful castles and fortresses

Hocheppan castle, one of South Tyrol’s most impressive castles, enchants visitors with its scenic location and the unique frescoes in the castle chapel, which date back to the 14th century. Built in the 12th century and extended over the years, it offers a fascinating insight into the region’s history.

Boymont castle was built in 1235 by the Counts of Eppan but was burnt down during an inheritance feud. The owner Fritz Dellago had the building restored as fully as possible in 1977, starting a new chapter in the castle’s history.

Korb castle was built in around 1236 by the Lords of Korb, ministerials of the Counts of Eppan. In 1918, the Dellago family purchased the castle and transformed it into a castle hotel with restaurant as well as a model agricultural business.

Firmiano/Sigmundskron castle can trace its history back to the late Middle Ages and once served as an important defensive position in the Valle dell’Adige/Etschtal valley. In 1995, it was taken over by the Museion foundation and is now home to the Messner Mountain Museum Firmian, the pride of the museum project by mountaineering legend Reinhold Messner.

Tyrol castle, the historical residence of the Counts of Tyrol, was built in the 12th century and looks down over the Valle dell’Adige/Etschtal valley from a picturesque location. Today, it is home to the South Tyrolean Museum of Culture and Provincial History, which offers visitors a fascinating insight into regional history, culture, and tradition.

Discover all about the history and importance of wine in South Tyrol at the Wine Museum in Kaltern. The extensive exhibition shines a light on the centuries of wine tradition in the region and guides visitors from the grape to the bottle. Historical equipment and informative boards give fascinating insights into wine cultivation, with the museum’s picturesque location amidst the vineyards enriching the experience.

The South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano’s old town is home to the world-famous glacier mummy Ötzi, which was discovered in 1991 after spending more than 5,000 years in the ice. The exhibition offers fascinating insights into the life of “The Iceman” and presents numerous additional finds that tell us about life in the Copper Age. You can also admire Ötzi himself.

The Touriseum is located in the stunning setting of Trauttmansdorff castle, surrounded by a beautiful botanical garden. In the various exhibitions, the history of tourism in Tyrol and South Tyrol is brought to life, with the development of the industry and the region’s unique characteristics impressively presented.