Mötteli's Downfall

Mötteli's Downfall. Rudolf Mötteli, a wealthy merchant, was forced to return his Zurich citizenship after buying citizenship from other cities, leading to a lo…

Location: Burg Alt-Regensburg, Zurich, Switzerland

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Rudolf Mötteli, a wealthy merchant, was forced to return his Zurich citizenship after buying citizenship from other cities, leading to a long and costly lawsuit that ended with him being expelled from the city. The once-luxurious Burg Alt-Regensburg, which he owned, fell into disrepair and was eventually used as a quarry for building materials. Today, remnants of the castle can be found in the Altburg area of Regensdorf.

Source: Der Mötteliweg

Mötteli's Downfall — Zurich, Canton of Zurich

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