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The Top 7 Castles around Jonschwil

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 Jonschwil. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 2, 2025

Helfenberg Castle Ruins

Castle / Castle ruins Helfenberg, Gossau SG

The castle was probably built in the first half of the 13th century. It was a residence of the Gielen von Glattbrugg family. …

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There is not much left of the castle ruins, but the wall is still impressive and, above all, the path over the Tannegger Grat is an absolutely beautiful rooty and cool ridge path. Is worth a trip!

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Presumably, the ruin Neutoggenburg was built at the beginning of the 13th century as a replacement for the old Tokkinburg by Count Diethelm II.

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To the west of Bettwiesen Castle once stood the proud castle of the former barons of Bettwiesen. In 1471 the fortifications were transferred to Fischingen Abbey, but gradually fell into …

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Built after 1200 by the Counts of Toggenburg, it began to decay in 1468. The preserved foundation walls cover a fairly large area.

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