Castel Tures overlooks Campo Tures in the valle di Tures from a beautiful hill
Image gallery: Tures Castle
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 (from Easter to All Saint's Day)
€ 15.00 adults
€ 12.00 students
€ 12.00 seniors 65+
€ 9.00 groups (more than 20 persons)
€ 7.00 children and young people (6-16 years)
€ 6.00 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)
More information
Castel Tures can be visited from the inside only by attending a guided tour in Italian or German.
**3 April 2026 - 4 July 2026:**
* guided tours in German: every day at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm and 4 pm
* guided tours in Italian: every day at 10 am, 12 am, 3 pm, 4 pm
**5 July 2026 - 31 August 2026:**
* guided tours in German: every day at 10 am, 11:10 am, 12:20 am, 1:55 pm, 5:05 pm, 4:15 pm
* guided tours in Italian: every day at 10 am, 10:30 am, 11:10 am, 11:40 am, 12:20 am, 1:15 pm, 1:55 pm, 2:25 pm, 3:05 pm, 3:35 pm, 4:15 pm, 4:45 pm
* Every Thursday in July and August an additional guided tour is available in both languages at 9 pm
**1 September 2026 - 1 November 2026:**
* guided tours in German: every day at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm and 4 pm
* guided tours in Italian: every day at 10 am, 12 am, 3 pm and 4 pm
**2 November 2026 - 5 December 2026:**
* guided tours in German: every day at 11am
* guided tours in Italian: every day at 12 am
**6 December 2026 - 25 April 2027:**
* guided tours in German: every day at 11 am and 2 pm
* guided tours in Italian: every day at 12 am and 3 pm
Special children’s programme in midsummer (tel. +39 0474 678076 for registration):
* Tuesday: Playtime at the castle for little nobles (9.00 am – 12.30 pm)
* Wednesday: Children’s ghost hour (8.30 pm – 10.30 pm)
In summer, a souvenir shop is available. During the summer months, dogs are allowed to access the external area, as well as the special exhibitions. Group tours are always available on request.
Castel Tures is open every day all year round, except for: December 24 (closed in the afternoon), 25 December and 1 January (closed in the morning).
