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Angenstein Castle

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Location: Duggingen, Bezirk Laufen, Basel-Landschaft, Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland

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Eric 🖖

May 21, 2020

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Angenstein Castle is a medieval castle from the 13th century. Angenstein was always of strategic importance as the "outpost" of Basel and for the control of the Jura region. Over the centuries it went into very different hands, even the Swedes had once occupied the castle. It also burned down several times. In 1984 it burned in the castle for the last time. From 1988 to 1991 it was completely renovated and made habitable. The chapel and some social rooms could also be restored. The hall can be rented for weddings.

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Matto

February 26, 2026

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The night of the summer solstice in 1984 was dramatic and ominous. Flames shot into the sky above Angenstein Castle, sparks flew through the thick clouds of smoke, and the old castle chapel crackled in the heat. Two precious bells, which had rung out across the valley for centuries, suddenly fell silent. When the smoke cleared, they had vanished. The residents were baffled. No one knew whether thieves had taken advantage of the confusion or whether an ancient curse had completed the work of destruction.

The report on SRF:

srf.ch/play/tv/schweiz-aktuell/video/mysterioeser-fund?urn=urn:srf:video:f2e42c17-9264-407f-a914-8eb7cd0d9cf4

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Jeni59

March 13, 2022

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Angenstein Castle can be seen on a rocky outcrop between Aesch and Duggingen and is clearly visible.

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Angenstein Castle – View of Laufental loop from Dornach

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Angenstein Castle – Gempen Plateau loop from Aesch BL

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Angenstein Castle – Hutzme Staircase loop from Aesch BL

11.7km

03:34

400m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 390 m

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Location: Duggingen, Bezirk Laufen, Basel-Landschaft, Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland

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Angenstein Castle – View of Laufental loop from Dornach

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Angenstein Castle – Gempen Plateau loop from Aesch BL

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Angenstein Castle – Hutzme Staircase loop from Aesch BL

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