To be privately owned
CastleTesimo (Tisens)-Prissian
Castel Fahlburg
In Prissian, Castel Fahlburg is a prominent manor house. Originally built as a defensive castle in the 13th century, it was transformed into an elegant Renaissance residence in the early 17th century and today stands as an example of the fusion of medieval defensive architecture and residential culture.
History+
The origins of Castel Fahlburg date back to the 13th century when it was constructed as a purely defensive fortress. Of this original complex, only the residential tower remains today. A pivotal moment in the castle's history occurred in 1597 when Jakob Andrä von Brandis acquired the property. He initiated a transformation: starting in 1615, he had a Renaissance manor built on parts of the existing castle walls, fundamentally changing the character of the estate. Castel Fahlburg served its owners not only as a summer residence but also as a court seat. It was here that the “History of the Provincial Governors of Tyrol” was written, a work that marks the beginning of Tyrolean historiography. The estate remains in the possession of the Count Brandis family to this day.
Location+
Castel Fahlburg is located in the municipality of Tesimo (Tisens)-Prissian in the district of Bolzano (Bozen) in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of Italy. It is situated at an elevation of approximately 604 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, Castel Fahlburg is privately owned. Visitors can admire well-preserved elements such as old tiled stoves, wooden ceilings, and a two-story chapel. Paintings by the Baroque artist Stephan Kessler from the late Renaissance are also preserved.
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