Real-life castles
Having fun while learning history
Whatever your destination may be in Trentino, you’re sure to find a castle there in some lofty, imposing position, waiting to greet you with its crenellated walls, high towers and elegant arcades. These are real-life castles, not the ones you find in fairytales. In these otherworldly places, with their aura of mystery, children will learn all about history through games and adventure, amid elegant halls, long corridors, and grand windows overlooking the rooftops of the town or the wide open valleys.
Discovering the castles of Trentino with your little ones, or even slightly older children, is an experience we highly recommend. If you take a look below, where we’ve listed some of the activities organised by the castles, you’ll understand why!
The guardian of Trentino
Travellers arriving in Trentino from the south will spot Avio Castle towering over them, keeping watch over the vineyards of Vallagarina. The FAI (the National Trust of Italy) manages this beautiful manor, organising many events and activities. The battle frescoes in the Guard Room are a jaw-dropping spectacle for children!
Trenino dei Castelli
This special little train sets out from Trento and takes passengers into Val di Sole and Val di Non to visit four castles. This journey into times past, which also has dates specifically tailored to children, offers simple language and lots of delightful activities.
