Festive park festival and last chance: rectory in Greater Ticino!

Festive park festival and last chance: rectory in Greater Ticino!

On September 14th, the picturesque rectory in Greater Ticino will open its doors to the public for the first and last time. On the occasion of Open Monument Days Visitors can expect an exciting park festival, organized by the association for the preservation of the Groß Ticino village church and the parish. The festival takes place around the brick Gothic church from the 13th century and in the adjacent parks.

The event begins at 11 a.m. with a back-to-school service that is especially geared toward the new ABC shooters. Afterwards, guests can look forward to a varied selection: from music and games to coffee and cake to refreshing drinks and a flea market - there is something for everyone here!

Historic rectory in focus

A special highlight of the day are the tours of the church and the rectory. Daniel Brandt, the chairman of the support association, leads interested visitors through the church. Special tours are offered at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. for the rectory, which is picturesquely located above Lake Ticino. The historic half-timbered building, which was built in 1695 on the foundations of a previous medieval building, has an eventful history. After the renovation in 1873, the rectory now presents itself as an important monument of cultural heritage.

In 2022, the de Boor family acquired the rectory from the north church on a leasehold basis and intends to renovate it in accordance with listed buildings. Guided tours will provide insights into the progress of the renovation work, which is based on historical building plans. The ground floor is expected to be completed in 2026, where two apartments will be built in the historic space and the characteristic half-timbering will be exposed.

Monument preservation and its importance

Monument preservation plays an essential role in the protection and preservation of cultural monuments. The tasks include not only inventory and cataloging, but also structural measures for security and restoration, as are also practiced in Greater Ticino. The Monument preservation is therefore more than just maintaining the external appearance; it ensures that the stories these buildings tell are not forgotten.

The rectory in Greater Ticino is a prime example of how historical buildings can be revitalized through planning based on a deep understanding of history. In addition, monument preservation promotes social awareness of our cultural heritage, as the upcoming event impressively illustrates.

Take the opportunity to be part of this special Heritage Day on September 14th and enjoy a day full of history, community and festive atmosphere!