Unterhof Castle

Diessenhofen, Switzerland

Unterhof Castle was first mentioned in a document in 1185. It served as the seat of the stewards of Diessenhofen. In Rudolf of Habsburg in 1264, who incorporated the stewards of Diessenhofen into his service. Until 1399, the castle was expanded with the two-part east wing (northeast and southeast tracts) and the keep, as well as reinforced with a new defensive wall.

Unterhof has been renovated extensively since 1990. The old part of the castle continues to function as a restaurant.

Address

Kirchgasse 15, Diessenhofen, Switzerland

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Switzerland

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Daniel Kellenberger (4 years ago)
Unterhof Castle is located directly on the banks of the Rhine in the municipality of Diessenhofen in Switzerland, and with its striking tower forms the northwestern end of the old town.

Ralph Regenscheit (6 years ago)
Nice place

Andi G. (7 years ago)
Beautiful site building, castle has been magnificently renovated, meeting place, used for seminars etc

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