Tschanüff Castle, Medieval castle ruin in Ramosch, Switzerland
Tschanüff Castle is a fortress ruin located at 1,248 meters elevation in the Lower Engadine, featuring a five-story main tower and several residential buildings surrounded by defensive walls. The complex spans multiple levels with various rooms and structures built during different periods.
Count Meinhard of Tyrol granted permission in 1256 to knight Nannes of Ramos to expand the fortification, which sparked major construction work. This initial expansion phase created the foundation for what became the medieval stronghold visible today.
The ruins reflect medieval Alpine building methods through its tower design and show how Roman and Germanic construction traditions merged in this region. These building styles remain visible in the fortress structures that visitors see today.
The ruins are accessible via marked hiking trails through the Lower Engadine valleys and sit on a ridgeline that is easy to navigate. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and come prepared for high altitude and variable mountain conditions.
The name changed from Ramos to Tschanüff during the 16th century, derived from the Romansh language term meaning new house. This shift helped distinguish the site from the nearby Serviezel Castle.
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