フラアッハの洞窟・トップ18

The Multberg rises southeast of the village of Pfungen in the lower Töss Valley. The summit plateau, measuring approximately 45 x 25 meters, is protected by ditches on the west and east sides, and the terrain drops steeply all around. According to archaeological findings, Multberg Castle was built around the middle of the 13th century. Construction appears to have been carried out under time pressure and was rather makeshift. Whether the castle ever served as a permanent residence is questionable. Its builders are believed to have been the Barons of Wart, who at that time also owned the neighboring castles of Pfungen and Wart. The original name of the castle is unknown. Its destruction occurred in the spring of 1309. After Rudolf III of Wart had actively participated in the assassination of King Albrecht I of Habsburg the previous year, Multberg, along with Wart, fell victim to the Habsburg campaign of revenge under Duke Leopold I of Austria. The chronicler Johannes von Winterthur reports that he saw two castles burning at that time: they must have been Wart and Multberg. It's a bit of a shame that there is no information plaque on site about the former castle and its history. https://www.burgenwelt.org/schweiz/multberg/object.php

Fine view across the water high up at Laufen Castle

Quite a lot of motorbikes and cars on the road on Saturdays! Still okay.

The purest fairytale subject :-D

The Schlössli Wörth (12th century castle with restaurant) was closed on December 22, 2024 for an indefinite period (for the purpose of handing over the catering business)

A wonderful view that should be enjoyed in peace. Great photo opportunity.

A very impressive sight.

Great view of Laufen Castle from the Rhine bank hiking trail.