Urbex & Abandoned
Festenstein Castle
Eppan an der Weinstraße, Italy
Festenstein Castle (also Burg Festenstein, Ruine Festenstein, Schloss Festenstein, Castelforte, and Castel Forte) is a 13th-century castle ruin, located above Andrian in South Tyrol, in northern Italy. It is perched on a rocky outcrop called the Gaider Schlucht, and can only be reached via a steep mountain climb. The castle was built around the mid-13th century, and was used as a stronghold by the many warlords of the area. It was saved from further deterioration in 2008.
- Category
- Urbex & Abandoned
- Location
- Eppan an der Weinstraße, Italy
- Coordinates
- 46.51199, 11.21877
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q1011701
What is Festenstein Castle?
Festenstein Castle is a Urbex & Abandoned place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Andrian Castle, Hocheppan Castle, Saint Catherine chapel, castle of Hangenden Stein.
Where is Festenstein Castle?
Festenstein Castle is in Eppan an der Weinstraße, Italy. Coordinates: 46.51199, 11.21877.
How do I get to Festenstein Castle?
Festenstein Castle is at Eppan an der Weinstraße, Italy (46.51199, 11.21877). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.