Heidegg Castle, Medieval château in Gelfingen, Switzerland
Heidegg Castle sits on a hilltop above Hitzkirch with a residential tower, a chapel, and multiple buildings from different time periods. The grounds include a park with a rose garden surrounded by forests and vineyards.
The castle was first documented in 1185 and served for centuries as the residence of the Lords of Heidegg. It later fell under the control of Lucerne's wealthy merchant families, who strengthened their grip on the region.
The chapel and living spaces show how the local noble families lived and practiced their faith. Today you can still see in these rooms what role the family held in the valley's community.
The grounds are easy to reach and include walking paths you can explore at your own pace. You should plan enough time to stroll through the park and view the buildings.
The tower contains some of the oldest living spaces in the entire region, making it a rare example of medieval residential architecture. You can clearly see multiple construction phases from different centuries in the walls and structures.
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