Category: Experience South Tyrol

Limeklin Untermühlbach | Valdaora

How to reach the Limeklin Untermühlbach

Not long time ago a good income for farmers came from the production of withewash. With its sale the economic balnce of the council was balanced. Olang, but in particular Geiselberg were very famous for its production. The quality of whitewash changed depending of in which hoven it was prepared. After the bif fire that caused the partial destruction of Olang in 1904, there was a big production of whitewash due to the need of rebuildg the village. With the industrial developement the production of whitewash came to and end at the beginning of the 60´s of the XX century. Nowaday only the hooven in in Untermühlbach keeps the tradition.

 

Castle Tures | Campo Tures

How to reach Castle Tures

Castel Tures – “Burg Taufers” in German – perfectly fits the scenery in which it is located, as the high mountains of the valley serve as background. It rises on a natural elevation belonging to Acereto (Ahornach) in the municipality of Valle Aurina (Ahrntal) at 957 m a.s.l. In succession of a “Castel Tobl” in 1100 AD, the name of Castel Tures was mentioned for the first time in 1225. In the first half of the 14th century the Lords of Tures were in possession of the castle, but when the last member of the family died in 1349 the castle continually deteriorated.

The Romanic part of the castle – the donjon, the residential tower with double arched windows and the chapel – dates back to this time. Only under the Dukes of Austria, the castle was expanded in the 15th century – buildings such as the lavatorium, drawbridges and wall walks were added. Ludwig Lobmayr renovated the castle for the first time in the early 20th century. In 1945, however, Hieronymus Gassner provided for maintenance works.

Today the South Tyrolean Castle Institute, founded in 1963, is in possession of Castle Tures. For the most part the castle is open to the public. The furniture in the 64 rooms is near-completely intact and old tiled stoves heat the residential rooms. Pine panelling, frescos by Friedrich Pacher in the chapel, armoires dating back to different eras, armaments and a huge library provide a special insight into the history of the castle.

Summer opening hours: (from June 2 to November 3, 2019)
June 2 – July 6, 2019:
guided tours daily at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm, 3.15 pm and 4.30 pm (in German or Italian language)
July 7 – Aug 31, 2019:
guided tours daily between 10 am and 5 pm (in German or Italian language)
Tuesdays and Thursdays also evening tour at 9 pm
Sept 1 – Nov 3, 2019:
guided tours daily at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm, 3.15 pm and 4.30 pm (in German or Italian language)

Winter opening hours: (from November 4, 2019, to June 1, 2020)
Nov 4 – Dec 7, 2019:
guided tours daily at 3 pm (in German language)
Dec 8, 2019 – June 1, 2020:
guided tours daily at 10 am and 3 pm (in German language)
1 hour later always in Italian language
on Dec 24 closed in the afternoon
on Dec 25 and Jan 1 closed in the morning

Admission:
exterior (only from Apr 20 – Nov 3, 2019):
6.00 Euros (adults), free for kids under 5 years
3.00 Euros (children and young people from 6 to 14 years)

guided visit, interior:
10.00 Euros (adults), free for kids under 5 years
5.00 Euros (children and young people from 6 to 14 years)
family ticket available (26.00 Euros)
family reduction: free for every 3rd child
free with the Museumcard or museumobil Card

Contact:
Castle Tures
Ahornach 1
Campo Tures
+39 0474-678053 oder +39 340-8690168

Sheep wool museum | Campo Tures

How to reach the Sheep wool museum

The “wool mills” of the Valli di Tures e Aurina … In former times, when the farmers were self-sufficient, they also had to take care of the production of their clothes. The production and processing of wool was of great importance. In Caminata a Campo Tures, a woman has learned the old techniques and is willing to let others watch her make clothes out of sheep’s wool, loden and yarns that are now more up-to-date than ever.

Opening hours:
All-season
Monday – Friday: 3pm – 6pm
Saturday 3pm – 5pm

Contact:
Sheep wool museum
Winkel 2
39032 Campo Tures
+39 0474-679581

Fröhlichsturm Tower | Malles

How to reach the Fröhlichsturm Tower

The Fröhlichsturm tower, a keep from the 12th century that was built by the Lords of Mazia/Matsch, rises from the centre of Malles/Mals, a village of churches and towers. The former residential building is now only preserved as a ruin. Its stone blocks were used in the 19th century to extend the parish church.

The property of the sovereign from 14th century onward, the fort served as the court seat for the Bishop of Chur. Later, however, it became the property of the Lords of Fröhlich, for whom it is named. What remains is the massive, 33-m tower made of regular stone layers with a circumference of 33.5 m. A number of openings in the walls show that originally there were battlements around the keep.

The exemplary restoration works performed a few years ago are the result of the”Freunde des Fröhlichsturm” initiative. A wooden interior staircase with 164 steps now leads to the viewing platform of the cylindrical tower.

Opening hours:
From July to August

Guided tours:
in German and Italian language:
Tuesday and Wednesday at 11 am

Contact:
Fröhlichsturm Tower
Fröhlichsgasse
39024, Mals
+39 0473-831190

Castle Lamprechtsburg | Riscone

How to reach the castle Lamprechtsburg

The origins of the castle Lamprechtsburg in Reischach, South Tyrol, date back to the 11th century. The wooden construction of the time was later replaced by a simple stone fortification, which has survived to this day. The Lamprechtsburg consists of a kennel, the tower, the palace and the chapel. It is completely enclosed by a circular wall.

However, its location is impressive. It sits picturesquely on a mountain ledge above the Rienzschlucht gorge. However, it is easily accessible by roads and footpaths.

Today the Lamprechtsburg is privately owned and houses an inn in the old palace. A visit is definitely worthwhile!

Messner Mountain Museum Corones | Brunico

How to reach the Messner Mountain Museum Corones

Mount Kronplatz is already a success story – and still, there is always room for yet more potential in both summer and winter. With the MMM Corones project, Kronplatz has now written another historic chapter that adds a distinct cultural flavor to this outstanding example of Alpine competence. Inaugurated in 2003, the striking Concordia 2000 peace bell was the first step towards a wider cultural offer. And now, with the MMM Corones, an exciting new milestone has followed suit. The museum was designed and built by world-renowned Zaha Hadid, by many considered the most talented and innovative architect of our time. Zaha Hadid, Reinhold Messner, and Kronplatz – that’s an impressive three key brands joining forces for this exciting new project.

Please check this website for detailed information on opening hours and prices.

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Contact:
Messner Mountain Museum Corones
Michael Pacher street 11 A
39031 Brunico
+39 0474 501350

Marienberg Abbey | Malles

How to reach the Marienberg Abbey

For 900 years, the Benedictine Abbey of Marienberg has lain enthroned on a mountain overlooking the village of Burgusio/Burgeis. Founded in the 12th Century by the von Trapp nobility, the monastery has been the spiritual and cultural centre of the Upper Venosta Valley. It was from here that, during the Middle Ages, agriculture was revolutionized and in its comprehensive library there are unique manuscripts and valuable tomes. It was also here that the Vinschger Paarlbrot bread was first invented and which is still baked in the Valley.

The Benedictine Abbey continues to play a vital religious and cultural role in the region. Symbolizing peace and strength, it safeguards the legacy of the past while looking to the future: a combination of work and prayer inspiring the local population and visitors alike. The Museum and the crypt with its precious frescoes are of particular significance and represent some of the most important relics of Roman art in the Alps.

Marienberg Abbey above Burgusio/Burgeis dates back to the 12th Century. The highest located Benedictine abbey in Europe is situated at an altitude of 1,340 m a.s.l., since 900 years monks live here according to the rules of Saint Benedict of Nursia. Today, the main hall displays impressions about the daily life of the monks marked by Benedict’s credo ora et labora. The exhibition displays also beautiful paintings such as the Romanesque Crypt frescoe with its unique depiction of angels.

Special exhibitions 2019:
– Corvus Corax – Animals in Marienberg
– Everything has its time – Timepieces at Marienberg Abbey

Opening hours:
– 15.03. – 31.10.: Monday – Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm
– 27.12. – 05.01.: Monday – Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm

Guided tour of the museum:
every 1st Wednesday of the month at 10 am

Entry Museum:

Adults 5,50 €
Children up to 14 years free in company of parents


Contact:
Marienberg Abbey
Schlinig 1
39024 Malles
+39 0473 843980

Castles Rotund and Reichenberg | Tubre in Val Monastero

How to reach Castles Rotund and Reichenberg

From the village of Tubre in Val Monastero in the Venosta Valley they are clearly visible, the ruins of the castles Reichenberg and Rotund. They have been enthroned above the valley since the year 900, attracting curious onlookers and adventurers who want to see the remaining buildings.

Around 900 the bishops of Chur gave the order to build the castles Rotund and Reichenberg, because they wanted to use them as residences. Built on steep hills, it overlooks large parts of the Val Müstair. However, after some time the castle complexes were sold and over the years the owners changed again and again until they were completely abandoned.

Rotund Castle:
High up at 1500 m is Rotund Castle, which was one of the highest castles in Tyrol due to its location. In the middle of the 12th century Rotund Castle passed to the nobles of Rotund until it was sold to Henrich von Reichenberg in 1310. In the course of their time the castle changed its owners again and again, so the barons von Schlandersberg and von Hendl appear in documents. In the 15th century the castle was renovated and repaired, until it was no longer inhabited at the end of the 17th century and left to decay. The last lord of the castle was Baron von Heydorf.

Reichenberg Castle:
Reichenberg Castle is also situated on a steep slope, but it is below Rotund Castle. Originally owned by the bishops of Chur, this castle complex fell into the hands of the lords of Reichenberg, robber knights, who spread fear and terror, in the middle of the 12th century. At the end of the 17th century, in 1680, this castle complex was also abandoned and left to its fate. Today the ruins can be visited from the outside, as large parts of the castle complex have fallen into ruins, only the keep is well preserved.

Opening hours:
all-season:
Inspection only possible from the outside

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Contact:
Castles Rotund and Reichenberg
39024, Tubre in Val Monastero
+39 0473-833046