Perched high above Castelbello in the Val Venosta, the eponymous castle stands on a mighty rocky crag
Image gallery: Castelbello Castle
Castelbello Castle (Schloss Kastelbell) rises majestically on a rocky outcrop to the left of the Adige River, directly above the Val Venosta main road in Castelbello. Originally built in the 12th century by the Lords of Montalban, it soon passed into the possession of the Counts of Tyrol. Its first documented mention dates back to 1238. In 1531, the Counts Hendl received the castle as a fief.
It remained family-owned until the 20th century. Following a fire in 1825, the complex was completely rebuilt. In 1949, Castelbello Castle was transferred to the state and finally, in 2008, to the Autonomous Province of Bolzano. Currently, the medieval complex is managed by the Castelbello Castle Curatorial Cooperative which organises guided tours and exhibitions.
In addition to its rotating spring and autumn exhibitions, the castle also houses the permanent exhibition "Via Claudia Augusta". Furthermore, the historic walls provide a stunning backdrop for cultural events such as literary evenings and concerts in the castle courtyard.
How to get there: Castelbello Castle is accessible from the west via a rocky ridge. Parking is available in Castelbello village centre or at the railway station. Alternatively, you can reach the castle by bike via the Val Venosta Cycle Path, on foot along the Via Vinum Venostis, or on a hike along the Latschander Waalweg path which passes above the castle.
Contact info
- Via Castello / Schlossweg 1 - 39020 - Castelbello / Kastelbell
- info@schloss-kastelbell.com
Opening times
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Admission
guided castle tour:
€ 7.00 adults
€ 5.00 students (from 14 years on)
€ 5.00 seniors 65+
€ 5.00 people with disabilities
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spring and autumn exhibition:
€ 7.00 adults
€ 5.00 students (from 14 years on)
€ 5.00 seniors 65+
€ 5.00 people with disabilities
free for children under 14 years
10% of discount for groups
More information
The spring exhibition features painter Margarethe Dorigatti from Bolzano, who cultivates a keen eye for colour values and chromatics. In autumn, the castle showcases the works of artist Reinhold Tappeiner from Lasa in the Val Venosta. Tappeiner actively exhibits both at home and abroad.
You can visit the spring and autumn exhibitions independently. However, the rooms of Castelbello Castle are only accessible as part of a guided tour. These tours are offered from early July to early September at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm, and 3 pm, Monday rest day.
Season start 2025 on April 27 with the inauguration of the spring exhibition.
