Spittel Castle

Description

Spittel Castle was established in 1225 by Lüthold von Sumiswald as a hospital, hence the name. The current appearance dates from the restoration made after the great fire in 1730.

Address
Pflegeheim Schloss 88, Sumiswald, Switzerland

Established
1730

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