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Alt Rapperswil Castle
Switzerland, Switzerland
Alt Rapperswil Castle, also known as Altendorf Castle, is a medieval hilltop ruin in the municipality of Altendorf, canton of Schwyz, Switzerland, serving as the original seat of the noble House of Rapperswil before they relocated across Lake Zurich around 1200-1220 to build the more famous Rapperswil Castle.
First documented in the context of early 13th-century fortifications, it featured typical defensive elements like ring walls on a strategic elevated site overlooking the lake, reflecting the family's shift from Alt-Rapperswil to establish control over key trade routes and the Seedamm area.
Today, the remnants attract hikers exploring central Switzerland's castle heritage amid scenic Lake Zurich landscapes.
Location
Burgweg, 8852 Altendorf, Switzerland
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