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Girsberg Castle, Medieval castle in Guntalingen, Switzerland.

The castle features a pentagonal keep, a residential building adapted to the rock formation, and a bailey with an entrance formerly equipped with a drawbridge.

Following its construction in the 13th century, Girsberg Castle received its name from the Lords of Girsberg who controlled it from 1316 until 1422.

The structure represents a class B Swiss cultural property, contributing to the architectural heritage within the canton of Zürich through its preserved medieval elements.

Located at coordinates 47.643372 latitude and 8.769051 longitude, the castle stands as part of the cultural properties list in Stammheim municipality.

The castle underwent reconstruction after a lightning strike in 1288, marking a significant transformation in its architectural development through different historical periods.

Location: Stammheim

Location: Zürich

Part of: list of cultural properties in Stammheim ZH

Address: Schloss Girsberg 1, 8468 Guntalingen 8468 8468

GPS coordinates: 47.64337,8.76905

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:26

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