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Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle), Switzerland: what it is and when to go
Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle) is a decayed castle in Aegerten in the canton of Bern, Switzerland (Biel/Bienne). Interests: History. The best time to visit is December to March and May to October. In June there are 15 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Switzerland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Decayed castle in Aegerten in the canton of Bern, Switzerland · History
- Where
- Switzerland
- Best time
- December to March and May to October.
- Nearest airport
- BRN Bern, 28 km as the crow flies
- Coordinates
- 47.11722, 7.27808
What it is and where
Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle) is a decayed castle in Aegerten in the canton of Bern, Switzerland (Biel/Bienne). It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Switzerland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
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It is in Biel/Bienne, where this site lists 75 more places to see, 5.9 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 47.11722, 7.27808; the nearest main airport is Bern Airport (BRN, Bern), 28 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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It is one of the History places in Switzerland. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle) is December to March and May to October.
- JanBest time8:42
- FebBest time10:02
- MarBest time11:36
- AprPossible13:22
- MayBest time14:52
- JunBest time15:41
- JulBest time15:21
- AugBest time14:02
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:36
- NovPossible9:04
- DecBest time8:19
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Switzerland
To enter Switzerland there are 7 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid Spanish ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Switzerland checklist. Currency: Swiss franc (CHF); plugs: Type J · 230 V · 50 Hz (the European type C fits; the three-pin Schuko doesn't); emergencies: 112 · 117 police · 144 ambulance · 1414 air rescue (Rega).
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- PetinescaArchaeological site in Studen in the canton of Bern, Switzerland1.1 km
- ChnebelburgBurgstall on the Jäissberg in Bellmund in the canton of Bern, Switzerland1.4 km
- Nidau Castle MuseumMuseum in Nidau in the canton of Bern, Switzerland3.1 km
- Nidau CastleCastle building in Nidau in the canton of Bern, Switzerland3.1 km
- SeeteufelWith kids · Wildlife3.2 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Switzerland guide.
More in Switzerland: History
- Monte San Giorgio
- Chillon Castle: moated castle in Veytaux in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland
- Abbey of Saint Gall: abolished monastery and collegiate district with cathedral in the city of St. Gallen, Switzerland
- Habsburg Castle: castle on the Wülpelsberg in Habsburg in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland
- Saint John Abbey, Müstair: Benedictine monastery in Müstair, Graubünden, Switzerland, founded in 780
- Kapellbrücke: historic wooden bridge over the Reuss River in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
Every Switzerland place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle)?
It is a decayed castle in Aegerten in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in Switzerland: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle)?
December to March and May to October. In June there are 15 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 19.
How do you get to Goldhubel, medieval castle site (earthen castle)?
The nearest main airport is Bern Airport (BRN), 28 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Switzerland is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Switzerland map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Petinesca, Chnebelburg, Nidau Castle Museum. The rest is in the Switzerland guide.
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