Castello-Molina di Fiemme
Welcome to Castello-Molina di Fiemme, the mountain community!
If you are looking for a stay in contact with nature and mountains, Castello-Molina di Fiemme is the ideal place for you. Located in the province of Trento, this municipality is spacious and has a population of only 2333 inhabitants who live surrounded by nature.
Physical geography
The municipality headquarters is Castello di Fiemme, located at 963 meters above sea level, while Molina di Fiemme is located at 853 meters above sea level. Predaia at 880 meters above sea level and Stramentizzo at 820 meters above sea level. The municipality also has an artificial lake, Lake Stramentizzo, which was created in 1956 along with the construction of the Stramentizzo dam.
Molina di Fiemme is located in the valley to the right of the Avisio. Even Predaia is one of the villages of Castello-Molina di Fiemme that forms an urbanistic part of Molina, and together with some "masi" (ancient mills), it extends into the narrow valley of Rio Predaia.
Climate
The climate of Castello-Molina di Fiemme is healthy and dry. Here, the lowest annual precipitation in the Val di Fiemme is recorded, with only 740 mm per year, which is among the lowest values in the entire province.
Origins of the name
Castello-Molina di Fiemme has had a particular history of name changes. Originally, the name of the municipality was San Giorgio, like the castle located on the hill southwest of the settlement. Subsequently, the name changed to County of Castello by the will of the Counts of Tyrol-Gorizia. Starting from 1777, the name of the municipality changed to Castello di Fiemme. Finally, in 1973, another name change led to the current name Castello-Molina di Fiemme.
History
Castello di Fiemme
The village of Castello di Fiemme is one of the typical ancient Fiemme villages. Testimonies of the current structures under the hill of San Giorgio date back to the 11th century. The archaeological area dating back to the Bronze Age is located east adjacent to the village, which is presumed to be the place of origin of the settlement.
In the 11th century, Castello di Fiemme was part of the areas controlled by the Welf family. In 1026, following the confiscation of the lands of Guelfo II of Altdorf by Emperor Conrad II the Salic, the entire Val di Fiemme came under the control of the Prince-Bishop of Trento. A few years later, part of the Val di Fiemme returned under the management of Guelfo II, with Castello as its administrative center.
In the 12th century, the jurisdiction of Castello was under the control of the Lords of Enn-Caldiff in the service of Appiano sulla Strada del Vino, cadet descendants of the Welf dynasty. In the meantime, the Counts of Eppan and the Counts of Tyrol had major frictions that erupted in a real war. This war ended with the victory of the Counts of Tyrol, who invaded all the castles of the Counts of Eppan and their allies, and razed several, including that of San Valerio, which is now located in the municipality of Cavalese. The castle of San Giorgio, above the settlement of Castello, was instead kept until 1296, when the inhabitants of Castello decided to set the castle on fire.
Ultimately, Castello-Molina di Fiemme is a fantastic place for those seeking a relaxing holiday in nature. There are many things to do and see in this municipality of the Val di Fiemme, both for history lovers and for outdoor activities enthusiasts. Here you will feel at home, and you will definitely come back to discover other hidden treasures within this beautiful mountain community.
