The Top 20 Castles around Gempen
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 around Gempen. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Gempen. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
beautiful ruins of a castle that has existed since the 11th century with a great view towards Basel
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The approximately 800-year-old Wildenstein Castle is a well-preserved hilltop castle and is owned by the canton of Basel-Landschaft. There are public guided tours from May to October, and the information trail around the castle is open throughout.
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The ruins are located in Dornach, Solothurn.
For hikers, the large fortress, which can be seen from far away, is easy to reach from all directions via well-developed and signposted …
For hikers, the large fortress, which can be seen from far away, is easy to reach from all directions via well-developed and signposted …
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Unfortunately, the castle is closed in winter, so be sure to check the opening times on the website!
Open for viewing from Easter to October 31 on Wednesdays and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Open for viewing from Easter to October 31 on Wednesdays and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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Angenstein Castle is a medieval castle from the 13th century. Angenstein was always of strategic importance as the "outpost" of Basel and for the control of the Jura region. Over …
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