Sins Castle

Sins Castle Paspels
A castle with a changing face: Sins Castle in Paspels is just over 300 years old.

Paspels Castle was probably built by Jahn Victor von Travers-Ortenstein around 1695. Parts of the main wing probably date from this time, although they can no longer be identified. Around 1730, the builder's son of the same name appears to have carried out extensive alterations. This conversion is presumably the basis for the overall design of the current complex, in particular the staircase. It is thought to be the birthplace of Pompejus Planta, who became known as Jürg Jenatsch's opponent.

Further alterations were carried out by Lieutenant General Victor von Travers, who also had the chapel dedicated to the names of Jesus, Mary and Joseph on April 25, 1760. The last major renovation took place in 1892/93 under Colonel Freidrich von Tscharner (later on Ortenstein) with a redesign of the exterior. The architect was Nicolaus Hartmann senior, St. Moritz. Ownership was transferred to Minister F. von Salis-Soglio in 1911. Sins Castle was run as a hotel until 2012.

Access
Sins Castle is privately owned and not open to the public. The castle is located directly on the Domleschg Castle Trail.

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Sins Paspels Castle and ruins in summer
Sins Paspels Castle and ruins in winter
Piping with Sins Castle in winter

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