“Do you know why I’m smiling?”

A visitor asked me shortly before the castle closed.

“Out of joy!”

Was his answer, and you could almost feel how overwhelmed he was by Festenstein Castle and the wild, impressive landscape surrounding it.

After years of restoration and the completed safety work on the trail, Festenstein Castle is now open to visitors – on selected days during special openings.

Here you can experience history up close, admire the ancient architecture, and enjoy the unique nature of South Tyrol. A visit that will remain in your memory for a long time!

Special Openings 2026:

03.05.2026  Sunday
08.05.2026 Friday
16.05.2026 Saturday
22.05.2026 Friday
31.05.2026 Sunday
06.06.2026 Saturday
12.06.2026 Friday
04.09.2026 Friday
11.09.2026 Friday
18.09.2026 Friday
25.09.2026 Friday
04.10.2026 Sunday
11.10.2026 Sunday

The special opening are cancelled in bad weather!

The castle can be reached on foot only: 1 h from Andriano (steep and difficult), from Gaid (downhill, medium difficulty) 20 min.