| Neu-Falkenstein Castle | |
|---|---|
| Balsthal | |
 Ruins of Neu-Falkenstein | |
  Neu-Falkenstein Castle  Neu-Falkenstein Castle | |
| Coordinates | 47°19′22″N7°42′36″E / 47.32278°N 7.71000°E |
| Type | hill castle |
| Code | CH-SO |
| Height | 595 m above the sea |
| Site information | |
| Condition | ruin |
| Site history | |
| Built | c. 1100 |
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