Messner Mountain Museum Juval (Juval Castle)
Messner Mountain Museum Juval (Juval Castle)
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Messner Mountain Museum Juval (Juval Castle)
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The Castle Juval Circular Hike offers a moderate trekking experience through scenic South Tyrol, known for its cultural significance and beautiful vistas. This route, covering 5.1 miles (8.1 km) with 967 feet (295 metres) of elevation gain, takes about 3 hours to complete. You will follow historical “Waalwege” irrigation channels, which provide expansive views into the Vinschgau Valley, the Texelgruppe Nature Park, and the distant Ortler mountain range, all leading to the majestic Juval Castle.
While generally accessible, some sections of the trail require sure-footedness, and if you have a fear of heights, certain parts might be a consideration. The starting point often involves crossing a bridge and walking through a village before you begin your ascent to the Waalweg. You can visit the castle for guided tours during specific months, typically April to June, September, and October, and stop at the Schlosswirt inn or the Unterortl winery along the way.
The highlight of this hike is Juval Castle, the summer residence of extreme mountaineer Reinhold Messner. The medieval castle, originally built around 1278, houses one of his Messner Mountain Museums, dedicated to the “myth of the mountain.” Here, you can explore Tibetan artifacts, masks from five continents, and Renaissance frescoes. The historic Waalwege themselves are a unique feature, reflecting ancient irrigation systems used by local farmers since the 13th century.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 890 m
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