Lengberg Castle

In the 12th century the Counts of Lechsgemünde owned several castles in East Tyrol, including the Kienburg in the municipality of Matrei and Schloss Lengberg (Castel Lengberg). The monument probably served as the administrative centre of the municipality which is why the Romanesque fortress is composed of a residence building with a curtain wall but lacks a donjon.

During the reconstruction and enlargement works carried out in the 15th century the castle was renovated and the chapel dedicated to the Saints Sebastian and Nicholas was added. From the 19th century the monument was used for various and became the summer residence of Queen Gulielmina from the Netherlands. Unfortunately it decayed in the following years.

In 1956 it was acquired by the region of Tyrol which renovated it together with many volunteers. Today it is the seat of the AufBauWerk, an association for teenagers. Therefore, this fascinating castle can be visited only from the outside. Interesting: in 2008 flutes, coins and even a bra from the 15th century were brought to light during renovation works in 2008.