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Federico Wanga

Federico Vanga

Federico Vanga (or Wanga) (German: Friedrich von Wangen) (died 1218) was Prince-Bishop of Trento from August 9, 1207 until his death.

He was born in the noble family of the Wanganii Notarbartolo, Lords of Wangen. 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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