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Preserving Culture & History

Algund – a Place Full of Cultural Treasures

Algund near Merano is not only scenically beautiful but also rich in cultural history. Numerous findings bear witness to a settlement history that dates back thousands of years. As early as prehistoric times, the area around Forst Castle was inhabited. Later, the Romans built country villas here and left visible traces on the historic soil of Mitterplars – right along the ancient Via Claudia Augusta.

The place name Alagumna was first recorded in writing between the years 995 and 1005 in the traditional register of the Diocese of Brixen. Even then, the region was a vibrant crossroads between Alpine and Mediterranean cultures – a legacy that still shapes Algund today.

Roman milestones, sacred buildings, or archaeological sites – those who visit Algund encounter a wealth of historical landmarks. These cultural assets are not just silent witnesses of time, but a valuable part of our identity.

Protecting Cultural Heritage – What to Do When You Make a Discovery

Anyone exploring nature may come across traces of the past – such as fossils, old masonry remains, or ceramic fragments. These items must not be removed or damaged, as they are protected by heritage laws and may be of scientific value. We’ve summarized the correct behavior in case of an archaeological discovery or when near cultural assets in this document.

The spectacular church in the middle of the meditteranean climate of Algund

Declared a Protected Site in 2024

Parish Church of St. Joseph

The parish church of Algund is an outstanding example of contemporary sacred architecture in the Alpine region. Designed by architect duo Willy and Lilly Gutweniger and built between 1966 and 1971, it combines symbolic design with deep religious meaning.

The hexagonal floor plan – inspired by a honeycomb – represents community and diligence. Three large glass walls symbolize joy, grief, and hope. Inside, you’ll find important works of art, including a Gothic "Madonna and Child" by Friedrich Pacher (around 1500).

The 70-meter-high bell tower is a striking landmark of Algund.

Open daily from 7 am to 7 pm

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Parish Church of St. Hippolytus and Erhard

In the east of the garden village of Algund, on the border with the Maia Bassa district of Merano, situated on the alluvial fan of the Grabbach stream, lies the Algund district old village. Here rises the old Parish Church of Saints Hippolytus and Erhard, which exhibits 3 construction periods, namely Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque, and was first mentioned around 1200.

Inside and out, this church holds some valuable art treasures that point to the eventful temporal and art history of Tyrol. Between 1618 and 1628, the parish church received a new nave in the early Baroque style, planned by the architect Francesco Lucchese.

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Maria Steinach Convent

The early Gothic Marian church and the Maria Steinach convent were founded in 1241 by Countess Adelheid of Tyrol. According to legend, two doves pointed to the site for its construction. After being dissolved by Emperor Joseph II in 1782, the convent was revived in 1848 by Dominican nuns from Lienz. To this day, they run the house as a place of silence and prayer.

The atmospheric convent complex with its church can now only be viewed from the outside.

Declared a Protected Site in 1989

Roman Bridge Head

On the left bank of the Etsch River lie the remains of a Roman bridgehead – once part of the Via Claudia Augusta, one of the Roman Empire’s most important trade routes. The bridge is believed to date back to the 1st century AD and is now a protected monument.

In what is likely South Tyrol’s smallest museum, visitors can view the medieval foundations of the bridgehead beneath a glass roof. Information panels tell the story of Algund from Roman times to the present day. A small wayside shrine now stands on the site of the ancient bridge. Original stone blocks from the bridge can still be seen in the museum.

Open daily from April to November, 10 am – 6 pm
Free admission

Declared a Protected Site in 1951

Forst Castle

Foresta Castle was built in the 13th century and first mentioned in writing in 1302. The Lords of Foresta were ministeriales (unfree nobles in service) in Tyrol. In the 14th century, the complex came into the hands of the Starkenberg family, and in the 16th century, the Brandis family. During that time, Foresta Castle was also expanded and renewed in the 19th century. A curious fact: the minnesinger Oswald von Wolkenstein is said to have been held captive in the castle by his beloved in the Middle Ages.

Today, the castle belongs to the Fuchs family, who also own the nearby Forst Brewery.

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Church of St. Ulrich

The Church of St. Ulrich was first mentioned in 1493 but is significantly older. The late Gothic building was altered in the 17th century and is notable for its distinctive pointed spire. Inside, you will find a flat ceiling in the nave, a polygonal choir with a barrel vault, and frescoes from the 15th-century Merano school.

Open daily from 8 am to 6 pm, closed in winter

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Santissima Tinità Church

The neo-Gothic chapel was rebuilt in 1894, replacing an earlier Baroque chapel. Notable features include the polygonal choir end, groin vaults on corbels in the nave, fan vaulting in the choir, and pointed arch windows and doors. The original chapel was built in 1742 by parish priest Anton Martin Schenk. The 1894/95 reconstruction was carried out with the support of local farmers.

Open daily from 8 am to 6 pm

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The present church was built in 1889 and consecrated in 1890. This neo-Gothic building features a façade turret with a pointed spire, pointed arch windows, and a coffered ceiling. The Nazarene-style interior paintings were created by Josef Spöttl, with the original decoration from 1897 by Theodor Spöttl.

Declared a Protected Site in 1979

Maria Schnee Church

The small chapel of Maria Schnee was built around 1695 and stands on a prominent hill. In 1889, a new and larger church was built nearby, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Open daily from 9 am to 7 pm