Appenzell Castle, Medieval castle in Appenzell, Switzerland.
Description
Appenzell Castle stands at the heart of the town of Appenzell and is a stone fortress built using regional Swiss construction methods. The building maintains its solid character and serves as an important focal point in the townscape.
History
The castle was built in 1563 as an administrative seat during the late Renaissance period. Since then it has remained closely tied to the regional administrative history of Appenzell Innerrhoden.
Culture
The castle displays features of the Appenzell regional building style that remain visible in its architecture today. This design shapes the town center's appearance and stays evident to visitors walking through the old town.
Practical
The building is centrally located and easily reached on foot by visitors. Access is available at Poststrasse 5 with regular bus connections to Appenzell train station.
Did you know?
The walls show visible differences between Renaissance construction methods and older defensive elements from earlier periods. These layers reveal that the fortress was built upon earlier structures.
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