Castle Tasso guards Isarco Valley since the XII century and its imposing walls are still intact. The castle lies in the middle of Vipiteno/Sterzing marshes. One of the best preserved castle of South Tyrol, Castle Tasso is considered one of the most important of the area from a historical point of view too.
The castle is worth a visit with its kitchen, the soldiers' sleeping quarter, the portico, the dungeons, the torture instruments and the Capitals Room and the frescoes and the decorations of the Green Chamber.
Tasso Castle is located on a small hill 2 km southwest of Sterzing, in the village of Pruno. It can be reached via a pleasant, short walk.
Opening Hours
Until January 6th, 2026
In the low season, the castle can be visited every day except Saturday through guided tours.
Guided tours can be arranged by phone between 10:00 and 15:00.
Please note: If the path is not accessible due to adverse weather conditions (snow, ice), the castle will remain closed.
1 March 2026 – 31 October 2026
The castle can be visited every day except Saturday, from 10:00 to 17:00, with an audio guide (QR codes).
Last admission at 16:30.
Guided tours take place in June, July, and August from Monday to Friday at 11:00, 12:30, and 14:00.
Groups of at least 10 people are kindly asked to book in advance by phone.
Guided tours for groups of at least 10 people are possible at any time throughout the season by prior phone arrangement.
For further information
Pruno
39049 Campo di Trens
burgreifenstein@gmail.com
Tel. +39 339 2643752
