Rued Castle

Rued Castle is a fortified structure in Schlossrued, Aargau canton, built on elevated ground with thick stone walls and defensive towers. The buildings display a mix of military features and residential spaces added later, showing the transition from pure defense to domestic living.

The structure was built in the second half of the 12th century as a defensive stronghold to control surrounding territories. Over the centuries it was modified and expanded to meet the changing needs of those who lived there.

The castle bears the name of the medieval Rued family, whose influence shaped the region for generations. Today visitors can sense how this family lived and governed from these rooms across centuries.

The castle sits in a hilly area with good road access and is easy to spot from a distance. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear as the grounds are uneven with steep pathways.

In the 18th century Carl Ahasver von Sinner designed major renovations that fundamentally changed the castle's character and redefined it as a residence. These works are visible in the varying building styles throughout different sections and reveal how needs shifted across different periods.

Location: Schlossrued

Inception: 1160

Architects: Carl Ahasver von Sinner

Part of: list of cultural properties in Schlossrued

Address: Schlossstrasse 33.1, 5044 Schlossrued

GPS coordinates: 47.29277,8.08922

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:23