Neu-Schauenburg Castle

The castle sits on a rocky outcrop at 640 meters elevation, featuring remnants of stone walls and a gate on its northern side.

Built in the 12th century, Neu-Schauenburg sustained damage during the 1356 Basel earthquake but underwent reconstruction, unlike its counterpart Alt-Schauenburg Castle.

The castle structure demonstrates medieval military architecture with shield walls, residential halls, and towers that represented noble living standards of the period.

The site includes an access ramp from the west that curves around the northern corner to reach the entrance area on the northeastern side.

A community of Beguine sisters established residence within the castle ruins from 1480 to 1523, after the original noble inhabitants had departed.

Location: Frenkendorf

Part of: list of cultural properties in Frenkendorf, Röserental cultural landscape

Website: https://burgenwelt.org/schweiz/neu_schauenburg/object.php

GPS coordinates: 47.50060,7.68236

Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:31