Bishop's Castle, Episcopal palace in Fürstenau, Switzerland.
The Bishop's Castle stands as a fortress with residential sections, displaying structural elements from both the 13th and 18th centuries in Graubünden.
Construction of this episcopal residence began in the mid-13th century when the Bishop of Chur gained authority as a Prince of the Holy Roman Empire.
The castle forms part of Switzerland's Class A cultural properties, representing the administrative and spiritual power of medieval bishops in the Alpine region.
Visitors can access the castle through organized tours that explain its architectural features and historical significance within the Fürstenau municipality.
The castle sits within Fürstenau, which holds the distinction of being Switzerland's smallest city with approximately 300 residents.
Location: Fürstenau
Location: Grisons
Part of: list of cultural properties in Fürstenau
Address: Schlossgass 70 7414 7414
GPS coordinates: 46.72108,9.44506
Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:47
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