Federico Wanga
Federico Vanga (or Wanga) (German: Friedrich von Wangen) (died 1218) was Prince-Bishop of Trento from August 9, 1207 until his death.
As Bishop he founded several hospitals and had a defensive tower (Torre Vanga) built on the Adige in Trento. He also began the works for the city's cathedral. He also issued a code of laws (Codex Wangianus).
He died while taking part in the Fifth Crusade.
Preceded by Conrad II di Biseno Until 1205 |
Bishop of Trento 1207–1218 |
Succeeded by Albert IV von Ravenstein |
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