Historische Stätten in Brixen

Historical Sites & Castles

This collection showcases the architectural and archaeological history of the Bressanone region. It features the Hofburg, the former seat of prince-bishops, alongside numerous medieval fortifications such as Schloss Kampan and the 13th-century Pfefferburg ruins. The list also includes religious heritage sites like the parish church of Sarnes and significant prehistoric landmarks, including the cup-marked rock carvings at Tschötscher Heide and the Hexenrutsche archaeological site.

Historical Sites & Castles — Karte

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A

Hofburg - Palazzo Vescovile

Former residence of the prince-bishops until 1803 and the bishops of the Diocese of Brixen until 1973. It now houses the Diocesan Museum.

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B

St. Sebastian - S. Sebastiano

Roman Catholic parish church located in the hamlet of Sarnes.

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C

Hexenrutsche

Prehistoric archaeological site featuring rock carvings, traditionally known as the "Witch's Slide."

D

Schloss Ratzötz - Castel Razez

A historic castle and manor house located south of Bressanone.

E

Burgruine Pfefferburg / Pfeffersberg 13.Jhd

13th-century castle ruins situated on the Pfeffersberg slope overlooking the Bressanone basin.

F

Bergfried Pfefferburg

The preserved keep of the medieval Pfefferburg castle ruins.

G

Schloss Pallaus - Castel Pallaus

A historic castle and noble residence located in the vicinity of Bressanone.

H

Karlsburg

Historic castle and residential building.

I

Hanberg

Medieval castle and manor house.

J

Schloss Kampan

A medieval castle and manor house, notable for its well-preserved architectural features.

K

Engelsburg

A distinctive circular building near Novacella Abbey, originally built as a chapel and defensive structure.

L

Tschötscher Heide - Felszeichnungen/Incisioni rupestri

Archaeological site on the Tschötsch plateau featuring prehistoric rock carvings and cup marks.

M

Hl. Hermagoras und Fortunat - SS. Ermagora e Fortunato

Parish church in the village of Albes, representing local religious heritage.

N

Hl. Margareth - S. Margherita

A Roman Catholic church located in Albes, showcasing regional ecclesiastical architecture.