Ruins Schönenwerd, Castle ruin in Dietikon, Switzerland.
Ruins Schönenwerd is a medieval castle site near Dietikon with preserved stone walls and foundations sitting on elevated ground. The remains show the layout of residential buildings and defensive structures that reveal how people organized the settlement.
The castle emerged during the medieval period as a fortification to control trade routes in the region. The site was later abandoned and today only its foundation walls remain visible.
The ruins illustrate medieval construction techniques through preserved stone walls and foundations that reflect the architectural methods of Swiss castle builders.
The site is reachable via marked paths from Dietikon's center and features information panels on location. A visit is possible year-round and costs nothing.
Excavations at the site unearthed metal objects and pottery fragments from different periods of castle occupation. These findings provide clues about how long the fortification was inhabited and used.
Location: Dietikon
Part of: list of cultural properties in Dietikon
Address: Bernstrasse, 8953 Dietikon
GPS coordinates: 47.39843,8.42844
Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22
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