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"Great is the power of memory that dwells in places." (from Cicero)

The intact castle grounds at Fischburg with overhanging gate tower, main tower and a further five towers having different sizes and uses.

Fischburg

Once surrounded by lots of fishponds

Engelhard Dietrich, Baron (Count after 1630) of Wolkenstein, had Fischburg constructed on the north flank of Gröden valley between 1621 and 1641 in order to maintain control of the long-distance path running over the passes, whose course through the valley had changed. In 1841, it was converted into a poorhouse, but purchased by Baron Carlo Franchetti in 1926/27, then renovated and faithfully refurbished.

Main category:
Building culture
Subcategory:
Castles
Epoch:17th century
Area(s):Selva Gardena
GPS coordinates:@11.73356,46.55576