Where history meets flavor: ‘Kulinarium Burg Heinfels’ opens late April

Heinfels Castle is reaching another milestone in its revitalization: On April 29, 2026, the "Kulinarium Burg Heinfels" will open in the west wing. Following the comprehensive restoration of the entire castle complex (2016–2020), the launch of the two-story gastronomy marks the completion of the second development phase and strengthens the castle as a year-round destination.

 

Culinary Arts as Part of the Overall Experience

With the new "Kulinarium", East Tyrol's largest castle complex combines high-quality, regionally influenced cuisine with modern staging. "We want to offer a kitchen that combines the highest quality and regionality – while remaining affordable. For us, an authentic experience in this special atmosphere is decisive," says Marco Perez, Managing Director of "Kulinarium Burg Heinfels".

The offerings in the west wing are designed to be versatile: The Bistro (daytime) is ideal for museum visitors and hikers, focusing on snacks and a rotating lunch menu. In the evening, the Tavern hosts the "Emotional Dinner," creating a fusion of culinary art, history, and multimedia elements.

 

A Summer Full of Variety

The "Heinfelser Burgsommer" (Castle Summer) offers a packed program again in 2026 – from traditional folk music and modern concert formats to the tower run. A special highlight is the "Music Mile" of local groups on May 17th, where the castle complex will serve as a central soundscape for the first time.

Cordes y Butons were already guests at the castle in 2023; now they return with their new program "perig." A musical highlight of the Heinfelser Burgsommer is Cobario from Vienna.

 

The Museum Remains the Heart – New Offerings from 2026

Across approximately half a hectare of castle grounds, the museum tells 800 years of history. New additions for 2026 include an atmospheric shadow play in the south wing and, starting in summer, a birds of prey show that combines nature and history against an impressive backdrop.

 

 

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Heinfels Castle is reaching another milestone in its revitalization: On April 29, 2026, the 'Kulinarium Burg Heinfels' will open in the west wing. Following the comprehensive restoration of the entire castle complex, the launch of this two-story dining venue marks the completion of the second development phase and strengthens the castle's position as a year-round destination.

The sixth edition of the Heinfels Tower Run took place on Saturday, 19 July 2025 in summery 30-degree weather and just before a summer thunderstorm rolled in. As every year, the starting point was the historic Punbrugge and the finish line was the highest level of the keep at Heinfels Castle.

Over the mountains - for the sake of freedom - 1525/26 to the present day: A joint exhibition with LUMEN. Museum of Mountain Photography on the occasion of the Euregio Museum Year 2025.

Heinfels Castle once again offered a colourful programme of events in 2024, combining culture, history and sport in a unique way. From the 'Osttiroler Museumstage' in May to the musical and sporty castle summer and exciting autumn events, the castle attracted numerous visitors.

The year of events at Heinfels Castle has already begun unofficially with the impressive laser show ‘The castle awakens’. On 2 May, the castle opens its doors again as planned.

We start the new museum season with motivation on May 2, 2024. In winter, we will continue to open the castle to groups of 10 people or more by prior arrangement, but we are also happy to open it to fewer people at a fixed price.

This year was characterized by a lively museum, concerts, exhibitions and exciting activities at Heinfels Castle. The castle remains an important cultural hotspot in East Tyrol and beyond.

"The Runway Quartet" brought Broadway to Tyrol on July 8: Dragan Trajkovski, Robert Gmachl-Pammer, Craig Hansford and Florian Bramböck provided enthusiasm and many encores in front of a sold-out venue.

On May 4, Heinfels Castle starts again into a new museum and event season. A colorful and varied program should attract many visitors. For the first time, a special exhibition will be shown in the rooms of the future castle tavern together with the Tyrolean Photo Archive (TAP).

The kestrels at Heinfels Castle have had their nesting place for many years in a niche in the wall of the kitchen tower built in the 14th century. Every year four to five young falcons hatch and start their first flight attempts. For the first time, the falcons can be observed live via a newly installed "falcon cam."

We are officially on winter break since November 6 and will start motivated on May 4, 2023 in the new museum season. In winter we continue to open the castle for groups of 10 people or more by appointment!

After last year's launch, the "Heinfelser Burgweihnacht" (Christmas at Heinfels Castle) will take place for the second time in a historical setting: The local associations invite you to Heinfels Castle on 17 and 18 December for an enjoyable day of festivities.