Between Fantasy, Nature and History

Turmhof Castle Park in Entiklar

The park and pond landscape surrounding the historic Turmhof estate in Entiklar is one of the South Tyrolean Lowlands’ most remarkable cultural landmarks. Over the course of several decades, Johann Tiefenthaler created an extraordinary world of ponds, grottos, sculptures and frescoes here.

Today, the park invites visitors to discover nature, history and the imaginative world of its creator in a unique and tranquil atmosphere.

Notice

Park Access

For safety reasons, the Schlosspark is not fully accessible at all times. However, certain areas can be viewed or visited during designated opening hours.

👉Further information regarding park access can be found further down on this page.

The World of Johann Tiefenthaler

A Fairytale in Stone

The Turmhof Castle Park was created beginning in 1861 and shaped over more than 40 years by Johann Tiefenthaler, a direct ancestor of the Tiefenbrunner family. In his spare time, with remarkable dedication and largely by his own hand, he transformed the grounds into an extraordinary work of art.

What emerged was far more than a garden: a richly layered artistic landscape of ponds, grottos, sculptures and frescoes. Scenes inspired by mythology and the Bible, depictions of animals and people, as well as humorous and critical reflections on human nature all shape the character of the park.

Tiefenthaler himself described his work with the words:
“Here I created many things — some in earnest, and some for laughter.”
This spirit can still be discovered throughout the park, often revealing itself only at second glance.

As a unifying element, water flows through the entire park and symbolises life, transformation and transience.

The Castle Park in Entiklar is therefore far more than a traditional garden. It is a place filled with symbolism, imagination and hidden stories — inviting visitors to look closer and make discoveries of their own.

BOOK GUIDED TOUR

Castle Park(DE, IT)

Explore the Turmhof Castle Park as part of a guided tour and discover the stories, symbolism and hidden meanings behind this extraordinary place. The guided tour is also the only way to experience the complete walk through the entire park surrounding the large pond.

10,00 €

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Useful Information

Visitor Access

Access to the Castle Park is partially restricted for safety reasons.

The upper (small) pond and the frescoes on the estate walls are freely accessible and may be visited independently.

Other areas of the park are not directly accessible, but can be viewed from selected vantage points:
– from the lower entrance road
– and from the fountain in the courtyard of the estate

Both locations will soon feature information panels offering insights into the history and significance of the park.

The large pond can only be accessed via the bistro during designated visiting hours from 11:30 am to 6:30 pm. From there, visitors can reach the shoreline and enjoy a close view of part of the park with its sculptures and artistic features.

Walking around the entire pond is only possible as part of a booked guided garden tour.