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The Top 20 Castles around Gachnang

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

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Schauenberg Ruins and Panoramic Viewpoint

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In earlier times, the Schauenberg was a high watchtower. This alarm system was very fast: in the canton of Zurich, for example, all 23 high watchtowers could transmit the signal …

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Helfenberg Castle Ruins

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A ruin from the early Middle Ages, nothing unusual, but still worth a little detour if you walk past it on the hiking trail. (The ruin is about 100 meters …

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Frauenfeld Castle

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The 19 m high keep made of large-format masonry was built in the first third of the 13th century; further extensions were added in the 14th century. The castle stood …

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Steinegg Castle

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It is a pity that the castle is not accessible.

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Wellenberg Castle

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Since 1204 ...
The first documentary mention by Walter von Wellenberg goes back to 1204. In revenge, because of the attacks on their merchants, the people of Zurich destroy the …

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Mörsburg Castle

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The small museum in the Mörsburg is worth a visit.
Open from May to October.

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Hegi Castle

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A beautiful, winding route outside of peak motorized traffic times.

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Late Roman fort Ad Fines (Pfyn)

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The fort, probably founded in the late 4th century AD, was part of the rear fortification line. The castle mainly contained coins, dishes, jewelry, toys and tools, but only a …

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Herdern Castle

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Since 1895, Herdern Castle has offered around 100 people of all ages a home and a place to work.

Here people can gain a foothold again who have difficulties integrating into society due to psychological, social or alcohol-related problems.

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Sonnenberg Castle

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Unfortunately, currently under renovation, but can be seen from afar.
There was also a prehistoric settlement on the castle hill:
archaeologie.tg.ch/public/upload/assets/40046/sonnenberg1-8.pdf

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Liebenfels Castle

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The castle was first mentioned in 1254.

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The Top 20 Castles around Gachnang

Schauenberg Ruins and Panoramic Viewpoint

Helfenberg Castle Ruins

Frauenfeld Castle

Steinegg Castle

Wellenberg Castle

Mörsburg Castle

Hegi Castle

Late Roman fort Ad Fines (Pfyn)

Herdern Castle

Sonnenberg Castle

Liebenfels Castle

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