Historic Hotel
Questionnaire
Year erected: 1236
What is the history of the property?
Built in 1236 by the family Korb, the roman Tower has changed ownership many times until 1918, where it was purchased by the Dellago family. Since the early 1960's castle Korb has become a small, family run luxury hotel.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Roman - 12th century
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
In the surroundings there are many ruins, important buildings and historical sites.
Has restoration work taken place?
Yes
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Painted ceilings in the entrance hall and in the chapel. Original paintings on the outside of the tower window and an original roman arch-window in the middle part of the tower overlooking Bolzano and the surrounding Dolomites.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Dr. Friedrich Tessmann was one of the preowners which opened the official South Tyrolean Library for historical interest. He also was a politician.
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
It's an official protected historical site.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a: Castle
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