The Top 17 Castles around Wädenswil
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 17
beautiful castles to choose from around Wädenswil. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Wädenswil. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 25, 2025
View of Rapperswil's Old Town and Castle
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Hike across a wooden walkway to the Hurden Peninsula. Or take a boat trip on Lake Zurich. Visit Knie's Children's Zoo. Or simply explore the old town on a walking tour.
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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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Wildenburg Ruins
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Wildenburg ruins
In the early 13th century, the Lords of Hünenberg built a residential castle on the spur high above the Lorzentobel, but it was abandoned after 200 years and …
In the early 13th century, the Lords of Hünenberg built a residential castle on the spur high above the Lorzentobel, but it was abandoned after 200 years and …
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Rapperswil Castle
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The historic Rapperswil Castle is worth a visit. At least the castle courtyard and the herb garden are open on weekends. Except for the Polish Museum, the castle is not …
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Pfäffikon Castle
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Pfaffikon Castle
History of the castle complex (castle tower)
In the years 965/72 the German emperors donated the two farms Pfäffikon and Wollerau to the Einsiedeln monastery. The Benedictine monastery …
History of the castle complex (castle tower)
In the years 965/72 the German emperors donated the two farms Pfäffikon and Wollerau to the Einsiedeln monastery. The Benedictine monastery …
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