Opening times Hocheppan Castle:
Hocheppan Castle is open daily from April 5, 2025 to November 9, 2025, except Wednesday, from 10 am to 6 pm. The castle will be closed from June 30 to July 5 inclusive.
Guided tours:
Hocheppan Castle and its chapel can be visited as part of guided tours, available every 30 minutes from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the following days:
- 5. April – July: Thursday to Sunday
- August: Thursday to Monday
- September – 9. November: Thursday to Tuesday
At the following times:
- On the hour: guided tour of the castle
- Every half hour: Art historical chapel tour
Special tours for larger groups or outside these times are available on request. Guided tours are available in German, Italian and English.
For more information about guided tours, please contact the Tourist Association of Appiano at info@eppan.com or by phone at +39 0471 662206.
Hocheppan Castle Tavern opening times:
The focus of the menu is on dumplings, in line with the frescoes in the Romanesque castle chapel, which depict the so-called “dumpling eater”. In addition to different variations of this Tyrolean dish, there are classics such as “Brettlmarende” and homemade cakes. A selection of exquisite wines from Eppan is of course also on offer. Törggelen menus are offered in autumn. Information about the tavern at the Hocheppan Castle and reservations can be made with landlady Anni: 0039 333 6698212.
The castle tavern is open from 5th of April until 9th of November from Thursday to Tuesday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Hot meals are served from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Wednesday is the day off.
Notice: the tavern will take a short summer break from June 30 to July 5 inclusive.