In the north of Italy there are countless beautiful towns and cities that few know about and that are a dream destination. On the Italian border with Austria we find a magical enclave known as Vipitenea city located in the Isarco Valley, less than 60 kilometers from the Austrian Innsbruck. This unknown town of almost 6,000 inhabitants belongs to the province of Bolzano.
Traveling to Vipiteno is like taking a trip back in time to a city surrounded by big mountains and whose colorful houses protect the base of the tower that stars in the place. One of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the country is held in its cobbled streets in winter and the thousands of years of history are reflected in its culture, society and tradition.
Of Roman origin, Vipiteno is a perfect balance between beautiful landscapeshistory, culture and art. Its main street crosses the entire city surrounded by local shops where you can buy a souvenir from the destination that you completely fell in love with. Try one of their famous strudel It is another obligatory stop while you tour the enclaves that you cannot miss in Vipiteno.
The Dodici Tower
The undoubted protagonist of Vipiteno is the Dodici Toweran imposing historic building that receives its name from the bell that announced the workers’ break at lunchtime. Its nearly 50 meters high can be seen practically throughout the city since it was created in the 15th century.
After an accidental fire in the 19th century, the tower had to be rebuilt in a nearby location and a sundial was included that stands out on its façade. At Christmas, this building is filled with colored lights decorating the streets of Vipiteno as if it were an immense Christmas tree that attracts the arrival of the wise men.
Civic Museum and Multscher Museum
Culture is also a fundamental part of life in Vipiteno, and the greatest proof of this is the Civic Museum and Multscher Museum. This artistic space is located in a former hospice of the Teutonic Order. Divided into two parts, the museum offers visitors the possibility of discovering parts of a Gothic altar made by the German sculptor Hans Multscher for the parish church.
This altar was considered for years one of the most expensive artistic elements in the entire Alpine region. There you can also discover a vision of the city’s history through historical maps, documents and evidence of art and culture. local crafts. Enjoying a pleasant walk through the rooms of this museum will help you better understand the history of the beautiful city of Vipiteno.
Castel Tasso
He Castel Tasso It is known as one of the best preserved in the province of Bolzano/Bozen. This Vipiteno fortress owes its name to the Thurn and Taxis family, who, after the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire in the 19th century, lost the rights to its management. The castle tower has its origins in the 12th century and since the 16th century, modifications and extensions have been added.
But what is really important will be found inside its walls. The Capitol room Made of wood with large carvings, it is an authentic historical beauty that no one should miss. On the guided tour you will also be able to discover the original kitchen, the medieval bedrooms and the green room that has a beautiful Gothic portal.
Castel Pietra
As if they were creating an invisible wall to protect the city, right in front of the Castel Tasso we find the Castel Pietra. This historic fortress cannot be visited inside, but the exterior is a marvel with hundreds of years of life that leaves everyone who discovers it speechless.
For years it belonged to the Trautson family but was severely damaged during the Second World War and it had to undergo a great restoration that ended up turning it into the fortress that we can see today. The lower part is supervised by the upper part which has a keep and the palace. Without a doubt, an authentic historical beauty that you should not miss on your trip to Vipiteno.
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