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The Top 11 Castles around Bezirk Brugg

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 11

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

Last updated: October 24, 2025

Habsburg Castle

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Habsburg Castle was the namesake for the famous noble family, whose foundation stone was laid between 1020 and 1030. Anyone interested in the history of the Habsburgs can take an …

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Freudenau Castle Ruins

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The Freudenau Castle ruins are idyllically situated above the banks of the Aare River near Stilli and are a silent witness to medieval history. Built around 1240 by the Habsburgs, …

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Schloss Kasteln

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13th century
Today's school home for normally gifted, behavioral students (Wikipedia)

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Schenkenberg Castle Ruins

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Ruins Schenkenberg - one of the most impressive ruins in the canton of Aargau

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Besserstein Castle Ruins and Viewpoint

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Many kilometers of trails around the Geissberg and the large quarry, mostly flowig, rarely technical. But partly very exposed (not very noticeable when driving !!)

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Iberg Castle Ruins

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The bunker from the 2nd WW is in the same place as the ruin from the Middle Ages (Habsburgs).

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Schloss Wildenstein

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The castle is privately owned and would be wonderfully renovated.

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Ridge Trail to Schenkenberg Castle Ruins

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Those who like it a little more adventurous can deviate from the normal dirt road and walk along the ridge path that ends at the rock next to the castle, where there is also another barbecue area.

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Kasteln Castle

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The castle is privately owned and used as a school, but the outer courtyard can be visited freely. There is also a detailed board for the two castles (Ruchenstein on …

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Quiet road near Staffelegg with a view of Schenkenberg Castle ruins

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Ascent off the traffic with beautiful views.

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The Top 11 Castles around Bezirk Brugg

Habsburg Castle

Freudenau Castle Ruins

Schloss Kasteln

Schenkenberg Castle Ruins

Besserstein Castle Ruins and Viewpoint

Iberg Castle Ruins

Schloss Wildenstein

Ridge Trail to Schenkenberg Castle Ruins

Kasteln Castle

Quiet road near Staffelegg with a view of Schenkenberg Castle ruins

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