Castel Flavon located high above Bolzano and its surroundings. The appearance of the building and its atmosphere are very impressive.
Impressive castle complex was built in the 12th century by the lords of Haselberg. In those days, Castel Flavon was surrounded by a circular wall, which, however, it was easy to storm. Today fragments of the wall can be seen in the southern and Eastern parts of the castle. For defensive line was located residential complex. Probably the main tower of the castle was also built in the 12th century – this is evidenced in her surroundings finds. Part of the system and cistern for collecting rainwater, which in the 13th to 15th centuries was substantially rebuilt. And between 1474 and 1541 meters for years and the whole castle was modified on the initiative of the lords Pie – the results of the reconstruction are still visible today. In the East wing of Castel Flavon hall was built with double arcades, another great hall appeared in the Northern part of the castle. Also built a new defensive wall.
Today Castel Flavon consists of three sections, which, after restoration works were decorated with frescoes. However, North wing, collapsed in 1880 year, and only recently restored to a lesser extent, retained only fragments of wall paintings. The rooms of the castle are now used for seminars, conferences and festive events. Unique vintage complex high above the roofs of Bolzano complements the luxurious restaurant.
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