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Strassberg Castle Ruins

The Strassberg castle ruins, dating from the 13th century, are the landmark of Malix in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland. The ruins stand on a small moraine hill below the cantonal road from Chur to Lenzerheide, with the tower and parts of the adjoining palas still preserved. Built around 1215, the castle was destroyed and burned by the Bündner during the Swabian War in 1499. The site, together with the old sawmill building and a barbecue area, forms a popular public meeting place.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Ruins

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
burgstrassbergmalix.ch
Email
fredy.kessler@bluewin.ch
Address
Schützenweg 4, 7074 Malix

FAQ

  • Is the castle ruins site freely accessible to the public?
    Yes, the area with the old sawmill building, the barbecue place and the castle ruins is a freely accessible public meeting place.
  • What facilities are available at the meeting place?
    The place offers a barbecue/fireplace, a water connection (fountain), waste disposal, a toilet facility (Toi Toi) and playground equipment for small children.
  • Where is the castle ruins located and how can it be reached?
    The ruins stand on a small moraine hill below the cantonal road from Chur to Lenzerheide and can be seen and reached from the end of the village of Malix. The site lies on the cultural hiking trail Chur–Lenzerheide and the Via Septimer.
  • What remains of the original castle can be seen today?
    The tower and parts of the palas (hall house) with standing masonry remain. The castle was built around 1215 and destroyed in 1499 during the Swabian War.