Castles and palaces to visit!
Kronburg: Orginally a house for refugees, it evolved to an administration fortress for the Starkenberger people. Later a defence base for training Emperor Maximilian’s airmen. After the airbase was shut down, it was then, sold by Bavaria to highest bidder. Later it became a convent for the Tertziar sisters.
Landeck castle is a true jewel which will give you insight into the past. Built in 1250 by a Tyrolean ruler, Landeck castle dominates the Austrian town of the same name in all its splendour and historical charm. Nowadays it houses an interesting museum of regional history where visitors can learn everything about this world culture, art, habits and customs throughout the centuries until today.Besides the museum, Landeck is one of the most important sites for cultural events in the region. Throughout the year concerts and exhibitions are offered on a continuous basis.
Landeck castle is situated at the ancient Roman fortress - Via Claudia Augusta, within the incredibly beautiful and naturally rich Tyrolean region. In the 13th century it became a private palace for the Count of Tyrol. For hundreds of years it served as the seat of local government A significant period of bloom for the Landeck castle was marked when it was in the possession of the Knights of Schrofenstein. The current appearance of the castle is a result of its large-scale interior and exterior renovation and repair between 1969 and 1972. From 2005 – 2007 it was expanded again, including new space for the museum and a concert hall.
Berneck Castle: medieval castle first mentioned in historical documents in 1225. Emperor Maximilian I had the castle refurbished in the 15th century. One of the oldest parts preserved up to the present day is the residential tower. Complete restoration was done by the architect Ekkehard Hörmann in 1976. The inner courtyards are connected by a long hall featuring a Gothic-style ceiling with wooden beams. The chapel boasts beautiful fresco painting dating back to 1437.
Laudeck Castle: first appeared in historical documents in 1239. From 1259 the castle was in Tyrolean hands. A key element is the might keep. Adjacent to the keep are the chapel and a palace.
Castle Siegmundsried: During the 13th and 14th century seat of the Counts of Ried. Later it was converted into a hunting lodge. Points of interest include an archway on the ground floor hall with Renaissance floral and grape design.
Border fortress Altfinstermünz: The geographical location of the valley dam Finstermünz was a frontier and customs crossing from the south to the north, not only for the Romans, but also for smugglers and thieves.
Outer fort of Nauders: built between 1834 and 1846 at the pass to serve as a roadblock on the Resch Pass Road in order to protect the Inn Valley from possible military invasion. Now serves as a military museum.
Naudersberg Castle: The castle Naudersberg was first mentioned in historical documents in 1239. The beautiful castle houses a good museum, a café and restaurant. Tours are provided by the Museum Association of Nauders.
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