Castle ruins in Schellenberg

Visitors to Schellenberg will discover two sets of castle remains, the most popular of which is the "Obere Burg" ("Upper Castle"), which is easily accessible on foot.

The bigger of the two remains, located in Schellenberg's Hinterschloss region, was erected around 1200 and possessed all of the characteristics of a typical medieval fortress. This "Obere Burg" ("Upper Castle") first appears in papers dated 10 January 1348.

The smaller "Untere Burg" ("Lower Castle") was built around 1250 and expanded numerous times before attaining its ultimate form and size in 1350. This castle initially appears in papers going back to 1317.

Both castles are assumed to have been abandoned in the 16th century and have since fallen into ruin. The badly overgrown ruins were given to the Liechtenstein History Association by Prince Franz Josef II in 1956, who began about investigating their history and conserving them for future generations.

• Entrance fee: free of charge
• Location: Schellenberg, Liechtenstein