The Top 20 Castles in Italy

The Brunneburg was built in 1250 by Wilhelm Tarant on a glacial rubble cone below Tyrol Castle. In 1356 the princely administrator of the Bishopric of Trent, Heinrich von Bopfingen, … read more

Private castle or fortress - no access for visiting. But there is a small cafe opposite with a view of the fortress.

Sirmione is the southernmost town on Lake Garda. It is located in the province of Brescia. In the municipality there are many points of interest and refreshments. The historic center … read more

Very beautiful harbor town on Lake Garda.
The old town with the castle and the harbor is absolutely worth seeing.
The origins of the Castello Scaligero in Lazise on Lake … read more

In German, this castle ruin is called “Mühlbacher Klause”. The facility can be visited on a guided tour and is open from June to September. Sometimes events take place here, for example open-air theater performances.

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 … read more

Hiking sticks and good footwear are certainly helpful and an advantage when getting on or off. Descent to the castles. There are still a few meters to master.

Schenna Castle in Scena near Merano is one of the most important castles in South Tyrol. Today you can visit the castle and the formerly inhabited by the count's family … read more

It's a really great castle, especially the one in excellent condition, especially from the inside.
Admission only with a guide, German-speaking. This costs 8 euros per person. P. and takes … read more