Juval Castle stands on a steep rocky spur above the village of Naturno, in a strategic position between the Val Venosta, Val Passiria and Val Senales. It lies at the entrance to the Val Senales, in a high and naturally defensive location. Behind the castle rise the Alpine peaks, many of them over 3,000 metres. Juval is also famous because it is owned by Reinhold Messner. One of its highlights is the “Room of a Thousand Delights”, named for the breathtaking views from its windows. Since 1983 the castle has been the residence of Reinhold Messner who, after restoring it, installed Tibetan art collections, a mask collection from the five continents, a mountain‑themed photo gallery and a botanical trail. The renowned mountaineer and writer opens the castle to the public during the warm season and for special exhibitions.
Prices of admission
| Ticket | price |
|---|---|
| Adult | € 14,00 |
| Children aged 6 – 18 | € 6,00 |
| Student | € 12,00 |
| Senior citizens (65 and above) | € 12,00 |
| Family ticket (2 adults with children under 14 years) | € 32,00 |
| Mini Family ticket (1 adults with children under 14 years) | € 18,00 |
| Groups (15 people or more) | € 12,00/person |
| School classes | € 6,00/person |
| People with disabilities | € 12,00 |
| with Geo-Card | 2 tickets for the price of 1 |
Opening times
From the fourth Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November: Thursday to Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed on Wednesdays.
How to get there
By car: From Merano, take the SS38 towards the Reschen Pass to the free Juval car park between Naturno and Stava. There is no parking at the castle. By train: Get off at Stava station (approx. 90‑minute walk to the castle).
On foot:
– From Ciardes, follow trail no. 3 towards Juval Castle (approx. 1.5 hours).
– From Stava, follow trail no. 1 and then trail no. 3 towards Schloss Juval (approx. 1 hour).
– From the Juval car park, follow the road towards the castle (you may use the shuttle for the first half) to Unterortl, then take the Ortlsteig path towards Schlosswirt Juval (approx. 1.5 hours).
For further information
Castel Juval - MMM
Juval 2, Castelbello
Tel.: (+39) 0471 631264
