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Castles and Palaces in Vorarlberg
Hohenbregenz, Gebhardsberg
From the former castle in Vorarlberg’s capital only the gate, walls, keep and the outer wall of the chapel are still recognizable today. Documented for the first time in the 14th century, it switched owners in 1451 in part to the city of Bregenz, before it was conquered in 1647 and destroyed. From the ruins, the Gebhardsberg castle and its chapel were built. This was destroyed by a fire in 1791. Today, after extensive restorations, the castle is a pilgrimage church and an observation point.
Schattenburg
Feldkirch’s present landmark originally served to protect the city and its citizens. It was first documented in 1138 and since then the Schattenburg has witnessed several periods of construction. In the 12th century, the keep and palace were established; in 1500 the development of the defence enclosures took place. The Schattenburg got its name from the Middle High German word "schade" which means so much as "protection", "screen". The museum of local history and the lookout tower are also open to the public.
Glopper Castle
The castle, built in 1343, can be reached over a steep driveway and a drawbridge, under which there is a charming pond and a fountain chiselled out of a rock. The name "Glopper" is derived from the word "Gelauber" (deciduous forest). After a fire at the beginning of the 15th century it was rebuilt and was supplemented with a chapel.
Hohenems Castle
The Italian renaissance building with forecourt, bossage gate and the inner court decorated with alliance coat of arms was established in the second half of the 16th century. The library of the Count of Hohenems became famous, when in 1755 the manuscript ‘C’ of the Nibelungen lied was found there. Two decades later the manuscript ‘A’ turned up there, too. The very well preserved castle accommodates exhibitions and serves as a venue for concerts and various cultural events.
Tosters Castle Ruins
This castle exists since the 13th century, but like many other Vorarlberg castles, was destroyed during the Appenzeller wars in 1405. It was later rebuilt. Below the castle lies the St. Corneli chapel which probably once served as a castle chapel. Next to it is a 1000-year-old, protected yew. The castle, which has been falling into ruins since 1685, is well worth a visit. The observation point provides a rewarding and delightful view.
From the former castle in Vorarlberg’s capital only the gate, walls, keep and the outer wall of the chapel are still recognizable today. Documented for the first time in the 14th century, it switched owners in 1451 in part to the city of Bregenz, before it was conquered in 1647 and destroyed. From the ruins, the Gebhardsberg castle and its chapel were built. This was destroyed by a fire in 1791. Today, after extensive restorations, the castle is a pilgrimage church and an observation point.
Schattenburg
Feldkirch’s present landmark originally served to protect the city and its citizens. It was first documented in 1138 and since then the Schattenburg has witnessed several periods of construction. In the 12th century, the keep and palace were established; in 1500 the development of the defence enclosures took place. The Schattenburg got its name from the Middle High German word "schade" which means so much as "protection", "screen". The museum of local history and the lookout tower are also open to the public.
Glopper Castle
The castle, built in 1343, can be reached over a steep driveway and a drawbridge, under which there is a charming pond and a fountain chiselled out of a rock. The name "Glopper" is derived from the word "Gelauber" (deciduous forest). After a fire at the beginning of the 15th century it was rebuilt and was supplemented with a chapel.
Hohenems Castle
The Italian renaissance building with forecourt, bossage gate and the inner court decorated with alliance coat of arms was established in the second half of the 16th century. The library of the Count of Hohenems became famous, when in 1755 the manuscript ‘C’ of the Nibelungen lied was found there. Two decades later the manuscript ‘A’ turned up there, too. The very well preserved castle accommodates exhibitions and serves as a venue for concerts and various cultural events.
Tosters Castle Ruins
This castle exists since the 13th century, but like many other Vorarlberg castles, was destroyed during the Appenzeller wars in 1405. It was later rebuilt. Below the castle lies the St. Corneli chapel which probably once served as a castle chapel. Next to it is a 1000-year-old, protected yew. The castle, which has been falling into ruins since 1685, is well worth a visit. The observation point provides a rewarding and delightful view.
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