Wulp Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Küsnacht, Switzerland.
Description
Wulp Castle is a castle ruin at 573 meters (1,880 feet) elevation featuring the foundation of a tower and sections of the defensive wall. The remains sit in a forested valley and form a distinct point in the natural landscape.
History
The castle originated in the High Middle Ages and was owned by Eghart of Kussnacht in the late 11th century. A uniquely shaped keep was later constructed before the site was eventually abandoned.
Culture
The site has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, as archaeological work spanning many decades has revealed. People used this location across different time periods, as shown by the remains found here.
Practical
The ruins are accessible via hiking trails through Kussnachter Tobel with approaches from both Zumikon and Kussnacht directions. The paths are part of a wider network offering different routes to explore the surrounding area.
Did you know?
Excavations uncovered a teardrop-shaped keep from the 13th century with an unusual form rarely seen in castles of that era. This distinctive architectural feature makes the site notable among castle researchers.
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