The Manesse Ghost at the Castle Ruins (Zuerich-Wiedikon)
The legend “The Manesse Ghost at the Castle Ruins (Zuerich-Wiedikon)” comes from the canton of Zürich and is linked to the hike 869 Erlenbach-Küsnacht Tobelweg Erlenbach (ZH) – Küsnacht (ZH).
The Manesse Ghost on the Castle Ruins (Zurich-Wiedikon) (Zurich): The last knight of Manegg castle in Wiedikon is a greedy, art-denying man who exploits his peasants and buries family treasures. When Zurich citizens besiege the castle, he is buried in flames caused by lightning. His soul, burdened by greed and destructive rage, finds no peace and has wandered as a black knight through the ruins ever since. Especially in autumn mist, travelers report eerie sounds and apparitions.
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What is the legend “The Manesse Ghost at the Castle Ruins (Zuerich-Wiedikon)” about?
The Manesse Ghost on the Castle Ruins (Zurich-Wiedikon) (Zurich): The last knight of Manegg castle in Wiedikon is a greedy, art-denying man who exploits his peasants and buries family treasures. When…
In which canton does this legend take place?
The legend takes place in the canton of Zürich.
Which hike is this legend linked to?
This legend is linked to the hike “869 Erlenbach-Küsnacht Tobelweg Erlenbach (ZH) – Küsnacht (ZH)” – you can find all the details on the corresponding route page on SagaTrail.
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