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Alt-Tierstein Castle Ruins

Alt-Tierstein Castle Ruins

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Alt-Tierstein Castle Ruins

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Location: Gipf-Oberfrick, Bezirk Laufenburg, Aargau, Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland

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2CoinsTravel

April 13, 2020

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Worth seeing castle ruins with a great view of the region. It is best to come in the afternoon to take photos.

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Targi

March 11, 2026

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The ruins of Alt-Thierstein Castle are situated on a wooded ridge in the Laufental valley, near the border with the canton of Basel-Landschaft. This medieval castle was likely built in the 12th century by the Counts of Thierstein and served to control important trade routes. Today, remnants of the walls, the keep, and sections of the curtain wall are still visible. The site offers a beautiful view over the Laufental valley. The ruins are freely accessible and a popular destination for hikers and history enthusiasts.

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hugo

September 24, 2018

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short climb, worth a stop to stop and look at the historical point

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Alt-Tierstein Castle Ruins – View of the Black Forest loop from Schupfart

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Elevation 660 m

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Friday 14 August

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38 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Location: Gipf-Oberfrick, Bezirk Laufenburg, Aargau, Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland

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