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The Historic Town of Glorenza

The Medieval Jewel of Upper Venosta Valley

With its 900 inhabitants, the historic town of Glorenza/Glurns in the south of Malles/Mals is one of the smallest cities in the world. First mentioned in 1304 as Glurns, Glorenza has hardly changed over the centuries. This gem of the Upper Venosta Valley has a medieval centre and boasts the only intact enclosed fortification, complete with fully preserved ramparts and picturesque gate towers.

The old historic centre with its arcades, villas, churches and Castle, showcase the former wealth and importance of the city. Historically, Glorenza was situated at a busy junction along the Via Claudia Augusta and was an important trading centre for the salt trade. There are a number of archaeological traces dating back to Ancient Roman times. The Gate Tower hosts a permanent exhibition of the most famous son of the city, the artist and illustrator Paul Flora, who died in 2009.

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Glorenza offers town tours throughout the year.
Info and registration at Tel. +39 0473 831 097 or glurns@ferienregion-obervinschgau.it

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Sluderno Gate Tower The Schluderns Gate Tower has held the exhibit “Stations of a Small Town” since 2011; it teaches visitors curiosities about the historic medieval town. The Schluderns Gate Tower has held the exhibit “Stations of a Small Town” since 2011; it teaches visitors curiosities ... Learn more

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Paul Flora Exhibition The artist Paul Flora, native of Glorenza/Glurns, gained international fame through his work as a caricaturist for the renowned weekly magazine "Die Zeit". A permanent exhibit on the artist’s life and work has been installed in the church tower gate. The artist Paul Flora, native of Glorenza/Glurns, gained international fame through his work as a caricaturist for the ... Learn more

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Town Mill The old town mill of Glorenza/Glurns was restored and stood open to all tradespeople who needed water for the manufacture or processing of their products. The old town mill of Glorenza/Glurns was restored and stood open to all tradespeople who needed water for the ... Learn more

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Whisky The PUNI Whisky Distillery in Glorenza/Glurns is the first and only whisky distillery found on Italian soil. These whisky pioneers use only the purest Venosta glacier water and Venosta grain to produce their high-quality Italian malt whisky made in the Venosta Valley. The PUNI Whisky Distillery in Glorenza/Glurns is the first and only whisky distillery found on Italian soil. These ... Learn more

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The Glorenza Arcades The historic town of Glorenza/Glurns was granted market rights in 1291, and thus the town’s markets enjoy uninterrupted popularity to this day. Each year from May until October, the markets in the arcade of Glorenza revive the old town marketplace with diverse themes. The historic town of Glorenza/Glurns was granted market rights in 1291, and thus the town’s markets enjoy uninterrupted ... Learn more

South Tyrol – City of Glorenza in Venosta Valley

With its 900 inhabitants, the city of Glorenza/Glurns is one of the smallest cities in the world. Experience Glorenza’s sights and the charms in the Venosta Valley from a bird's-eye view.

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