Rubein Castle

Meran, Italy

Schloss Rubein was probably built in the 13th century by the lords of Rubein. The first document of castle dates from 1220. The major restoration took place after 1875 by the Count Brandis and later by Countess Anna Asseburg-Wolff-Metternich and his husband. Their descendants are still in possession.

The 21m high tower was erected for the defensive purposes and the castle was built around it. during The late Gothic chapel dates from 1455. The imposing structure, surrounded by a 5-hectare park, now houses a hotel and is used for conferences.

Address

Via Theodor Christomannos 36, Meran, Italy

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Details

Founded: c. 1220
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

More Information

rubein.com

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Egranita Doci (2 years ago)
Fantastic location, I only stayed outside during a LinaEvents photography workshop, but I will definitely come back. Very beautiful gardens with palm trees, huge lawn for dogs to run and pool combined with the flair of a castle.

Pasquale Quercia (2 years ago)
We attended a wedding reception held in this castle. The vastness of the park is incredible with centuries-old trees and many flowers, all very well looked after. A beautiful experience. The aperitif in the park and lunch in the internal courtyard of the castle. It is a private residence so the bad reviews seem out of place to me.....because you can't visit.....

Sylvia Felder (5 years ago)
Ein Traum von einem Garten.. Perfekt für Hochzeiten

Alison McCarney (6 years ago)
Beyond beautiful location for a wedding or similar. The gardens and grounds are absolutely incredible and we will never forget our time here.

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