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Tarasp Castle – Schloss Tarasp - 001📷 Shesmax, CC BY-SA 3.0
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Tarasp Castle

Scuol, Switzerland

History

A white castle on a rocky knoll above the Lower Engadine, one of the most striking in the Alps. Guided tours run in summer; the walk up from the village takes about ten minutes.

Nearest town
Scuol, Switzerland
Category
History & culture
GPS
46.7811, 10.2622
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–August. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Switzerland: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t pay the heavy vehicle charge instead of the vignette. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Sur EnCampsite
    9 km from Tarasp Castle
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping ArinaCampsite
    16 km from Tarasp Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping CulCampsite
    16 km from Tarasp Castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping ThöniCampsite
    21 km from Tarasp Castle · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Zum SeeCampsite
    21 km from Tarasp Castle · 20 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping MalsCampsite
    25 km from Tarasp Castle
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Switzerland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Tarasp Castle?

Tarasp Castle is in Scuol, Switzerland, at GPS 46.7811, 10.2622. It is about 8 km from Guarda.

Can you camp near Tarasp Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is TCS Camping Scuol, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 18 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Tarasp Castle?

Tarasp Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Albula Pass and the Lower Engadine.

What is there to see near Tarasp Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Swiss National Park at Il Fuorn (14 km), Silvretta Reservoir at Bielerhöhe (20 km), Submerged bell tower of Curon (21 km) and Marienberg Abbey (22 km).

When is the best time to visit Tarasp Castle?

No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually June–August. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)