Schloss Planta, Merano

Name: Schloss Planta
Address: Merano, Italy

#13 among attractions in Merano

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Planta Castle is a manor house of medieval origin located in Maia Alta in the municipality of Merano.

The original core of the castle consisted of a casatorre that became the property of Ulrich von Greifen and his consort in 1284. The building remained in the hands of the von Greifen family, to whom we owe the old name, until its extinction in the 15th century.

It later passed from hand to hand among various owners, including Hans Jakob von Völs-Colonna. The latter had considerable building work done to make it more luxurious, most likely including the construction of the corner turrets still visible today.

The castle's current name is due to Rudolf von Planta-Wildenberg, who settled there in 1619 after he was forced to flee Switzerland following a death sentence for political reasons. Despite subsequent changes in ownership, the manor still retained this toponym.

The castle is currently privately owned and cannot be visited.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°40'22"N, 11°10'49"E

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Schloss Planta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, Lido Wasserpark Tirol, St. Nicholas' Church, Trauttmansdorff Castle.

0.9 miS
Castle gardens, with mountain views
Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, Merano
24 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque town of Merano, Italy, the Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens offer a splendid fusion of natural wonder and historical charm. This botanical garden is a vibrant tapestry of flora from around the world, meticulously arranged around a castle with...
1.2 miNW
46°40'57"N • 11°9'34"E
Lido Wasserpark Tirol, Merano
31 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Swimming
0.7 miW
Church
St. Nicholas' Church, Merano
19 min walk • The St. Nicholas' Church is the parish church of the town of Merano in South Tyrol, northern Italy. The church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of the town.
0.9 miSE
Castle with a museum and scenic gardens
Trauttmansdorff Castle, Merano
23 min walk • Trauttmansdorff Castle is a castle located south of the city of Meran, South Tyrol, northern Italy. It is home to the Touriseum, a museum of tourism and since 2001 the surrounding grounds have been open as the Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, a botanical garden.
0.5 miW
Bridge
Steinerner Steg, Merano
14 min walk • The Steinerner Steg is a two-arched, stone-built footbridge across the Passer in Merano, South Tyrol, northern Italy. The oldest bridge in the town, it connects the historic centre and the Steinach district with the Obermais quarter.
0.7 miW
Specialty museum, Art museum, History museum
Palais Mamming, Merano
18 min walk • The Palais Mamming Museum is the city museum of Meran, South Tyrol.
0.8 miW
Museum
Women's Museum Meran, Merano
21 min walk • The Women's Museum Meran is located in a former convent of the Poor Clares in the centre of Meran. It is administrated by an association and is also the registration office of the International Association of Women's Museums.
0.7 miW
Church
St. Barbara's Chapel, Merano
18 min walk • The St. Barbara's Chapel is a chapel located in the town of Merano in South Tyrol, northern Italy. The chapel stands right behind the St. Nicholas' Church, Merano. The layout of the chapel is octagonal. It was built by the architect Hans von Burghausen in 1450, who also designed the Hospital Church.
1 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Art Nouveau architecture
Stadttheater Meran, Merano
25 min walk • The Stadttheater Meran is the civic theatre of the town of Meran in South Tyrol, northern Italy. With the economic and financial development of the city as a spa for Empress Elisabeth of Austria and the aristocracy, the need for a higher cultural institution rose.
0.4 miSE
Specialty museum, Museum, Forts and castles
Schloss Rametz, Merano
12 min walk • Rametz Castle is a manor house of medieval origin located in Maia Alta in the municipality of Merano.
0.9 miW
Forts and castles
Landesfürstliche Burg, Merano
23 min walk • The Princely Castle is a castle located in the historic center of Merano: throughout its history it has always been used as a dwelling, until it became a small museum center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Schloss Planta?

Nearby attractions include Schloss Rametz, Merano (12 min walk), Steinerner Steg, Merano (14 min walk), Palais Mamming, Merano (18 min walk), St. Barbara's Chapel, Merano (18 min walk).

How to get to Schloss Planta by public transport?

The nearest stations to Schloss Planta:

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Lazag - Lazago • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)
Rundegg • Lines: 1A, 1B (7 min walk)