The Top 7 Castles around Glarus Nord
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 7
beautiful castles to choose from around Glarus Nord. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Glarus Nord. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Stralegg Castle Ruins (Roman Watchtower)
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Beautiful ruin above Lake Walen.
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Grynau Castle
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Der Bau des bis heute erhaltenen Turms, der lange Zeit fälschlicherweise für ein römisches Bauwerk gehalten wurde, erfolgte im frühen 13. Jahrhundert durch die Grafen von Rapperswil zur Sicherung des …
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Ruins of Sola Castle on Schlossbüchel
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Hill above Mitlödi with the Sola castle ruins. You can go around the Schlossbüchel to the west by bike!
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Vorburg Castle Ruins
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The ruin is located on a ledge, some construction work is currently in progress. However, it offers a wonderful view of the valley and a barbecue area on the castle hill.
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Burg Benzigen Ruins
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The ruins of Benzigen Castle lie on a terrace north of Schwanden, which slopes steeply towards the Linth. The two-part complex consisted of a spacious outer bailey and a slightly …
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