Hohensax Castle

The stone remains of Hohensax Castle stand at 750 meters above sea level, displaying fragments of medieval walls and a tower against the mountains.

Built around 1200 by the barons of Sax, the castle met its end in 1446 when forces from Appenzell captured and destroyed the fortification.

The castle ruins maintain their status as a Class B Swiss cultural property, representing regional medieval defensive architecture in the canton of St. Gallen.

Marked hiking trails lead visitors through different routes to reach the castle site, with access available throughout all seasons of the year.

The ruins feature a designated Brätli area where visitors can observe multiple mountain peaks while exploring the archaeological remains of the fortress.

Location: canton St. Gallen

Location: Sennwald

Inception: 1200

Address: Sax

GPS coordinates: 47.23030,9.44361

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:03