Dream locks and knight castles: Discover Tirol's history on TV

Dream locks and knight castles: Discover Tirol's history on TV

The popular documentary "Dream locks and knight's castles" was on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 9:01 p.m. Anyone who missed the episode about Tyrol does not need to worry, because it will be shown on TV again on October 8, 2024 at 5:45 p.m. Also for everyone who prefers to look at the show online, it is now ready for streaming in the 3sat media library.

"Dream locks and knight castles" takes the audience on an exciting tour of the impressive castles and castles in Tyrol. These historical sites are not only witnesses of a moving past, but also popular excursion destinations today. Most of these buildings have been part of the Tyrolean landscape for centuries and tell stories of power, fighting and culture.

historical insights into Tyrol's castles

A central component of the episode is the Ehrenberg fortress in Reutte. This impressive system is one of the most important fortress ensembles in Central Europe. The architect Armin Walch has teamed up with an association to revitalize the remains of the building that goes back to origin in the 13th century. Here, visitors learn about the historical conflicts that were played around this strategically important fortress.

Another highlight is Hasegg Castle in Hall in Tyrol. Master Werner is reminiscent of the fascinating history of the mint, which existed here from 1567 to the beginning of the 19th century. A particularly noteworthy part of the equipment is the replica of a rolling machine that was first used in the castle in the 16th century.

The magnificent Tratzberg Castle in Stans, which was built in the 16th century, is managed by the family of Ulrich Goëss-Zenbenberg. The historical inventory of the Renaissance premises is shown there, which is witness to style and elegance.

The tour finally ends in Kufstein, known for its imposing fortress, which was first mentioned in 1205 and is now housing a local museum. Visitors have the opportunity to learn more about the exciting history of the city and its inhabitants, including the stories of the former prisoners.

The next time that the episode is running through Tyrol on TV, October 8th at 5:45 p.m. on 3Sat. For those who want to learn more about castles and castles, the media library offers numerous options for catching up and streaming the episode, which takes a total of 45 minutes and is available in HD.

If you also want to dive into the fascination of historical buildings, then take a look at "dream locks and knight castles". Further information and details about the various editions of the series can be found online.