Castle with chapel, Medieval castle and chapel in Hilfikon, Switzerland
The castle and chapel constitute an architectural complex situated at 502 meters above sea level in the Aargau canton of Switzerland.
The original tower house, constructed in 1290 by Markwart and Arnold von Hilfikon, underwent major modifications in 1656 and additional changes in 1750.
The chapel interior features a meticulous reproduction of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, representing religious architectural traditions of Switzerland.
The castle and chapel, located at Schlossstrasse 1 in Hilfikon, remain accessible to visitors through the administrative territory of Villmergen.
During the Second Toggenburg War of 1712, the castle functioned as the headquarters for the Catholic General Staff military operations.
Location: Villmergen
Inception: 1290
Part of: list of cultural properties in Villmergen
Address: Schlossstrasse 1, 1.2, 5613 Hilfikon 5613 5613
GPS coordinates: 47.33072,8.24691
Latest update: March 10, 2025 08:24
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