You think history is boring? Not with us in the Pustertal valley! Our museums offer a unique opportunity to engage more deeply with our history, culture, archaeology, geology as well as our customs and traditions – actively, for the whole family. Discover at first hand what everyday life used to be like for our ancestors in the rural vale. Find out how the Ladin dialect has persisted from Roman times to the present day. And experience the strong symbiosis that has always prevailed between people and mountains.
MUSEUMSWaiting to sense the magic of the past? To walk step by step through the walls where once nobility lived and knights defended their territory? There are 118 castles and fortresses to be found in the green landscape of our dale. Although many of them are privately owned, a large number will tempt you to dive deeper into their eventful past and discover their fascinating history.
CASTLES & FORTRESSESOur Pustertal valley not only features museums, castles and fortresses – there are also numerous other attractions that eagerly await you to share their secrets with you. Especially our churches and monasteries represent a further unique and important cultural asset that recounts history in a tangible way. During your discovery tours through our multifaceted landscape, extraordinary natural treasures and cultural monuments won't escape your attention. Enjoy an unforgettable journey among nature and culture with these precious contemporary witnesses.
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