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Switzerland
Nordwestschweiz
Basel-Landschaft
Bezirk Arlesheim
Aesch

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

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Hiking trails & Routes
Switzerland
Nordwestschweiz
Basel-Landschaft
Bezirk Arlesheim
Aesch

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

Moderate

4.8

(9)

23

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

02:10

7.10km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

156 m

Bridge near Aesch train station

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2

735 m

Aesch Fountain

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3

2.71 km

Klushof Winery

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4

3.00 km

Schalberg Waterfall

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

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3.19 km

Schalberg Cave

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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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3.29 km

Schalberg Castle Ruins

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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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3.51 km

Ruins of Engenstein Castle

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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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3.83 km

Münchsberg Castle Ruins

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

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7.10 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.58 km

1.29 km

1.20 km

788 m

244 m

Surfaces

3.39 km

2.09 km

1.20 km

198 m

136 m

104 m

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