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Nordwestschweiz

Basel-Landschaft

Bezirk Arlesheim

Ruins of Engenstein Castle – Schalberg Castle Ruins loop from Aesch BL

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Nordwestschweiz

Basel-Landschaft

Bezirk Arlesheim

Ruins of Engenstein Castle – Schalberg Castle Ruins loop from Aesch BL

Moderate

4.6

(5)

29

hikers

Ruins of Engenstein Castle – Schalberg Castle Ruins loop from Aesch BL

02:25

7.68km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

1.75 km

View of the ruins of Frohberg Castle from the Rebenweg

Highlight • Viewpoint

To the right of the house with the Tschäpperli sign is also a way up to the ruins.

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2

4.58 km

A mystical forest tunnel

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The overhanging canopy of the forest forms a kind of forest tunnel, bathing the scenery in an almost mystical light. Could fairies 🧚 and goblins 🧌 live here? It wouldn't surprise us.

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3

5.44 km

Münchsberg Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Unfortunately, there is hardly anything concrete to see, but the atmosphere is still worth it.

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4

5.77 km

Ruins of Engenstein Castle

Highlight • Castle

Unfortunately, there is only little left over from the former castle. However, you can climb over a ladder to the ruins and get to see a unique view of Aesch.

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5

5.99 km

Schalberg Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

In the late 13th century the castle was built by the nobleman of Basel, the Schaler, on his own property. The castle was mentioned for the last time in 1452. …

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6

6.09 km

Schalberg Cave

Highlight • Cave

The Schalberg Cave is now a narrow, winding passage. It is located near the edge of the ridge formed by the Rauracien rock; therefore, the thickness of the cave roof …

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7

6.27 km

Schalberg Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A small waterfall before it goes to the Schalenberg cave and the castle ruins Schalenberg. Small but nice :)

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B

7.68 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.11 km

1.23 km

1.17 km

151 m

Surfaces

3.82 km

1.34 km

1.23 km

1.19 km

< 100 m

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