Sigmundsried Castle, Ried im Oberinntal, Austria

Next to the town hall of Ried there's the former local court Sigmundsried Castle. It was built in the 14th century as a three-storey tower house, and later completed with an accommodation wing. From here the trade route across the Resia Pass, the former Via Claudia Augusta, could have been controlled.

In 1471 Sigismund, Archduke of Austria, bought the castle, rebuilt it into a hunting château and named it 'Sigmundsried'. From 1841 until 1977, it was place of the county court, and since 1999, Sigmundsried Castle (Schloss Sigmundsried) is in possession of the municipality: Along a tour on the Via Claudia Augusta Cycle Route you pass this sight.

Nowadays, the cultural association SigmundsRied offers guided tours through the castle: You can enjoy the new permanent exhibition 'The Evil Road' and an authentic equipped prison cell. In former times, Sigmundsried Castle served as a prison, the underground room was also called Angstloch, that's to say narrow hole. It is said that is served as an underground entrance to the Schwaiglhaus building. Recently, some new display cases with old findings have been added. Moreover, the place is a popular venue for concerts and cultural events.

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Lightwall Photography (5 months ago)
Great evening and great people! Top events.

Reinhard Kotter (2 years ago)
Event on Sunday October 8th, 23rd A small but nice castle event from the Ried Cultural Association With a craft market and delicacies for the palate Very beautiful, it was worth the trip Glg from Imst

Benjamin Raubert (2 years ago)
If someone thinks the association takes the trouble to reply to an e-mail, then you are wrong. Have tried it twice, the gentlemen are just too fine for it. Thank you very much!

Marc Eder (3 years ago)
Nice place for picture galleries

Werner (3 years ago)
since I cannot refuse your cookies, unfortunately I did not get to the homepage, nor will I visit your event

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