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The Top 20 Castles in Zurich

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in Zurich. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Schauenberg Ruins and Panoramic Viewpoint

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In earlier times, the Schauenberg was a high watchtower. This alarm system was very fast: in the canton of Zurich, for example, all 23 high watchtowers could transmit the signal …

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Schlössli Wörth

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Castle on a rock with a panoramic lift above the Rhine Falls, an elegant restaurant and a visitor center.

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Laufen Castle at the Rhine Falls

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Nice view of the Rhine Falls. The best view is unfortunately subject to a charge. Free, but also good visibility on the jetty to the boat tour, immediately left after the entrance (with the elevator down)

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Regensberg Old Town and Castle

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Regensberg is an idyllic community in the western Zurich lowlands. Particularly beautiful in the morning hours, when the medieval town is embedded in deep fog.

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Regensberg Castle and Historic Village

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Today the castle belongs to the Regensberg Castle Foundation. The round tower is still open to the public, from which you can enjoy a wonderful all-round view of the surrounding …

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Kyburg Castle

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After the easy ride along the Töss, the climb to Kyburg begins. A steep 160 meters in altitude! But the effort is definitely worth it, because the castle of the …

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Irgenhausen Roman Fort

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Irgenhausen Castrum is a Roman fort at Irgenhausen, situated on Pfäffikersee lake shore in Switzerland. It was a square fort, measuring 60 metres (197 ft) in square, with four corner …

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Schnabelburg castle ruins

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Ruins are always a highlight, even if they consist only of very small walls, as is the case here. Several benches invite you to take a break, and there's even …

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Lägern Castle Ruins

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In front of the ruin is a nice barbecue area, good description of the history of the ruin.

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Altlandenberg Castle Ruins

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"The castle Alt-Landenberg [...] was built as a typical grubbing castle around 1200. Its beginnings and first inhabitants are not documented, but in 1315 the last knights of the castle, …

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The Top 20 Castles in Zurich

Schauenberg Ruins and Panoramic Viewpoint

Schlössli Wörth

Laufen Castle at the Rhine Falls

Regensberg Old Town and Castle

Regensberg Castle and Historic Village

Kyburg Castle

Irgenhausen Roman Fort

Schnabelburg castle ruins

Lägern Castle Ruins

Altlandenberg Castle Ruins

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