Castle Colz in La Villa dates back to the 16th century. Its history is closely linked to the knight Franz Wilhelm Prack zu Asch
Image gallery: Colz Castle
Colz Castle, also called Rubatsch Residence, is a very massive building, which boasts a curtain wall with two rectangular and two round towers as well as many embrasures.
The castle dates back to 1536, when Ferdinand I gave Hans von Rubatsch the permission to build a residence in the municipality of La Villa. At the end of the 16th century the castle entered into the possession of the Lords of Colz who modified it. In the course of time, the building served many functions and was even designated as a poorhouse. Finally, it entered into the possession of a farmer's family. Unfortunately the castle began to decline and was restaurated only in the late 1980's. In Ladin language, Colz Castle is called "Gran Ciasa", which literally means "big house".
Colz Castle gained some popularity thanks to the knight Franz Wilhelm Prack zu Asch, also called "Gran Bracün", who lived in the Ladin valleys between 1573 and 1581 and was known for his cruel but heroic battles. His adventures can be seen in the hall of the hotel Cappella di Colfosco. Nowadays Castel Colz is a popular venue for cultural events.
Contact info
- Str. Rottonara - 39036 - La Villa
- +39 0471 847037
- lavilla@altabadia.org
More information
accessible only during the summer concerts in the courtyard
