Castel Tures overlooks Campo Tures in the valle di Tures from a beautiful hill
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Embedded between the highest peaks of the valle di Tures, Castel Tures overlooks the village of Tures from a hill. The Lords of Tures, the then owners of the complex, were first mentioned in written documents from 1130. Following the extinction of the noble family around 1340 the castle above Campo Tures changed hands several times before being left to decay.
Ludwig Lobmayr renovated Castel Tures for the first time in the early 20th century. Around 1945 the fortress underwent renovation works again, this time commanded by Hieronymus Gassner. The castle's Romanesque part dates back to the times of the Lords of Tures, whereas the Gothic part was built by the bishops of Bressanone. The keep, the residential tower with its bifore windows and the Romanesque chapel were added in the 13th century.
The well tower, the drawbridges and the tunnels were added in 1500. In 1977 the castle was acquired by the South Tyrolean Castle Institute. A third of the complex is now visitable. The 64 rooms are heated by fully functioning majolic stoves and the original furniture is entirely preserved. Here you can admire wooden Swiss pine panels, Romanesque and gothic artworks and wardrobes from different time periods. In the Knight's hall children can touch the armour used at that time, whereas art lovers will definitely appreciate the famous frescoes by Pacher. The keep houses a restaurant.
Guided tours are available every day from 6 December 2025 to 2 April 2026 in Italian (at 12 pm (noon) and 3 pm) and in German (at 11 am and 2 pm).
Contact info
- Via Castello di Tures / Burg-Taufers-Weg 4 - 39032 - Campo Tures / Sand in Taufers
- +39 0474 678053
- taufers@burgeninstitut.com
Opening times
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Admission
visit of the castle
with guided tour of the interior and exhibitions (April to October):
€ 15.00 adults
€ 10.00 students
€ 10.00 seniors 65+
€ 8.00 groups (more than 20 persons)
€ 7.00 children and young people (6-16 years)
€ 5.00 kids groups and school classes
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family ticket:
€ 39.00 parents with 2 children under 16 years
every 3rd child of the family free (under 16 years)
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visit of the tower and the exhibition
without guided tour (only from April to October):
€ 8.00 adults
€ 5.00 seniors 65+
€ 5.00 students
€ 5.00 children and young people (6-16 years)
More information
Tures Castle is accessible only via guided tours. Tours through the furnished interior are offered in German and Italian language - depending on the season - two to six times a day.
During summer, there's a castle shop. Dogs are allowed only in the outdoor area and in special exhibitions during the summer months. Group tours are available upon request at any time.
Tures Castle stays open every day all year round, with the following exceptions: On Dec 24, the castle is closed in the afternoon, and on Dec 25 and the 1st of January, it is closed in the morning.
