Schloss Thurn (Ćiastel de Tor in Italian) is a  three-storey residential tower which was built by the attendants of the bishops of Bressanone in 1230. It has first been documented in 1290. In this context the Lords of Rodank-Schöneck were feuds of the building until 1331. In the years to follow the residential tower was amplified by a crenelated circular wall and a great hall. Also the tower was modified and two storeys were added and converted into a granary. Also in 1500 there were renovations. The Roman great hall was enlarged and two round towers were added to the circular wall.

When the bishops lost reign of the Court of Thurn and the castle represented the centre of this complex, farmers purchased the castle. Until the castle has been rearranged it has been inhabited by their descendants.

Now Schloss Thurn is venue for the Ladin Museum. The exhibited items and documents provide an insight into the history, culture, legends and handicraft of the Ladin Dolomite valley. Moreover several events such as exhibitions and concerts take place in the inner courtyard.

 

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Founded: 1230
Category: Castles and fortifications in Italy

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Christine Rudy (7 months ago)
The museum was extremely interesting and well organised.
Arno Parmeggiani (11 months ago)
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aegetswil (2 years ago)
The museum is within the castle and all is so well preserved. You will feel as if time has stood still, since 1230 ! All very impressive
Dino Molnar (2 years ago)
Nice little museum, when you buy ticket you get audio guide, but museum doesnt have anything written in english so you dont get some information.
Anita Stampfer - My MiaMi (4 years ago)
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