Sonnenburg, Medieval castle and former monastery in St. Lorenzen, Italy.
The castle stands on a small elevation above the confluence of the Rienza and Gadera rivers, featuring preserved medieval architectural elements.
The fortress transformed into a monastery for noble women in 1039 when Volkold, the heir of the Lurn family, transferred the property.
The monastery crypt contains Romanesque frescoes that represent the artistic and religious traditions of medieval South Tyrol.
Visitors can schedule guided tours to explore the crypt of the former monastery church by making reservations in advance.
The complex functioned as a military hospital during the Tyrolean freedom wars between 1797 and 1813, later becoming a shelter for poor people.
Location: St. Lorenzen
Address: Frazione Castelbadia, 38
GPS coordinates: 46.78564,11.89045
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:35
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