St. Michael Church

St. Michael 39040 St. Michael/Kastelruth
Description to arrive at destination
From Kastelruth to the north-east into the Val Gardena Valley, you will pass the dispersed settlement of St. Michael before reaching the Panider Pass (1443m). The church is next to the restaurant St. Michael.
Parking
You can park directly in front of the church.
General description

The church is of Romanesque origin, and its dedication to the archangel also point to its antiquity. However, St. Michael´s Church is not mentioned in any document prior to an indulgence certificate from 1353. Parts of the masonry above the base of the church itself and in the tower are still from the Romanesque period. Gothic modifications were carried out after 1465. The nave was not provided with a vault until the 17th c.

Public transport
The church is easily accessible via the following public transportation connections: by bus line 170 from Völs am Schlern to Seis am Schlern. From there, take bus line 172 to continue to Kastelruth and St. Michael.
Recommended period
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December