Castle of Rodengo back to the Middle Ages
The castle of Rodengo is situated high over the canyon of the Rienza. It was built by Friedrich von Rodank in the 12th century and passed on to the family of the minstrel Oswald von Wolkenstein in the 16th century. Part of the castle is still inhabited by Wolkenstein’s descendants. The castle’s most special properties are the Iwein frescos discovered in 1972. This cycle of frescos is considered the oldest profane mural painting of the German language area after Hartmann von Aue’s epos.
You should definitely visit the chapel of Saint Michael, the weaponry hall, the garden and the “Lauterfressloch” in which Matthias Perger, “the Lauterfresser” was captured. From the beginning of May until mid October the castle can be visited from Sunday to Friday. You can book tours and bigger groups can even book tours with the countess Wolkenstein.
