Churburg Castle (Castel Coira) in Sluderno, Alta Val Venosta, is a Renaissance residence built between 1250 and 1259 by the Bishops of Chur, who gave the castle its name. Today it belongs to the Trapp family and is open for guided tours from spring to autumn. The castle halls can also be rented for special events such as concerts, seminars and the famous South Tyrol Medieval Games.
Located in Sluderno, between Merano and the Resia Pass, Churburg Castle stands on a hill overlooking the Ortles massif and is reached via a charming cobbled path. Inside, visitors can experience an authentic medieval and Renaissance atmosphere.
One of the highlights is the cloister, home to the world‑famous Armoury, an extraordinary collection of medieval weapons and suits of armour.
Other important artworks can be admired in the castle chapel, in Romantic style, and in the renowned Matscher Hall, named after the Matsch family, owners of the castle from 1300 to 1504. They began the armour collection, later expanded by the Trapp family, who enriched the castle with artworks and fine furnishings from the 16th century onwards.
The Trapp family gave Churburg its Renaissance appearance, decorating the inner courtyard with frescoes inspired by Latin history and family motifs. The fully wood‑panelled Room of Jacob VII houses a 1559 organ, while the chapel dedicated to St. Nicholas preserves elements of the original 13th‑century structure.
Opening Times
Churburg Castle can only be visited with a guided tour (approx. 50–60 minutes). Open from mid‑March to 31 October Tuesday to Sunday
Guided tours in Italian: 10:00 – 10:45 – 11:30 - 14:00 – 14:45 – 15:30 – 16:15
Guided tours in German: 10:15 – 11:00 - 11:45 - 14:15 – 15:00 – 15:45 – 16:30
Closed on Mondays (except public holidays).
Tickets
Adults: €14
Families: €32
Groups: €10 per person
School groups: €5 per person
Parking
Cars can be parked near the castle entrance. Buses and caravans may use the railway station car park along the main road; from there it is a 15–20 minute walk.
For further information
Castel Coira
Castel Coira 1
I- 39020- Sluderno
Tel.: (+39) 0473 615 241
