Waldenburg Ruin

The Waldenburg castle ruins contain fortified towers and walls positioned on a narrow rocky ridge above the Upper Hauenstein Pass in Basel-Landschaft canton.

The castle originated as a toll collection point for travelers crossing the Jura Mountains, establishing control over regional trade routes during medieval times.

Archaeological excavations at the Waldenburg site reveal medieval artifacts and architectural elements that demonstrate the construction methods and daily life from past centuries.

Visitors can reach the ruins through a steep hiking path from Waldenburg village, with the site remaining open year-round except during severe weather conditions.

The fortification's strategic location at coordinates 47.38169, 7.75287 provides direct views over multiple valleys and mountain passes in the Swiss Jura region.

Location: Waldenburg

Accessibility: Rolstoelontoegankelijk

Part of: list of cultural properties in Waldenburg

Address: Schlossberg 2, 4437 Waldenburg 4437

GPS coordinates: 47.38169,7.75287

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:35