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Thun Castle
At Thun Castle, you can experience culture and history up close. Explore and be amazed.
Set against the breath-taking backdrop of Thun Castle, the Castle Museum invites you on a journey through more than eight centuries of history. See the awe-inspiring donjon built by the Zähringian dukes in around 1200. Trace Thun’s development as a town while discovering the selected treasures of Thun’s Town Hall collection. Learn more about the 800-year history of the “stadtholders”, or stewards, of Thun Castle – from the Zähringer and Kyburg dynasties, through to the various “Schultheisse” (a medieval rank equivalent to that of mayor) of Thun, who were appointed in Bern. Experience the pomp and glory of the high-medieval Great Hall. Take in the unique carpentry of the roof truss, which dates from 1434, and enjoy the impressive views of the city, lake and Alpine panorama from the top of the towers. In addition, the “Neues Schloss” (“New Castle”) hosts an annual special exhibition.
From the train station and the Thun boat landing stage, the castle can be reached in a few minutes via the Old Town and the castle steps or the church steps by the town-hall square.
Special exhibition
Law in transition: courts and those judged in the history of Thun
Special exhibition at Thun Castle, 7 June 2025 to 23 March 2026
The current special exhibition “Law in transition: courts and those judged in the history of Thun” impressively demonstrates that not all traditions are worth preserving. This interesting exhibition gives visitors an insight into Thun's turbulent legal history – including capital punishment for particularly serious crimes. The exhibition uses original sources to bring real cases and fates to life.
Events – Children & families
Become a knight
There are many ordeals to overcome before you are knighted. Just as in medieval times, your training takes place in three stages: first as a page, then a squire and finally a knight. And just as in the Middle Ages, you must undertake a knight’s quest to another castle. Possible destinations include Oberhofen Castle, Thun Castle and Spiez Castle. From May to October; for children aged 6 to 12; CHF 10.00 per knight’s pass.
Detective trail in the castle
There are clues hidden inside the castle. If the little detectives manage to follow these and solve all the puzzles, they can use the correct code to open the wooden chest inside the prison. The piece of evidence that awaits them inside can be exchanged for a small reward at the ticket desk.
Children’s birthday parties
Whether they want to be knights, princesses, dragon-slayers or treasure-hunters – at Thun Castle, children aged 7 to 12 can celebrate an unforgettable birthday. With or without party buffet/barbecue, as desired. From CHF 200.00 all-inclusive. Max. 8 children plus 2 adult companions.
Culture at the castle
Public cultural events are held regularly in the Knights' Hall. The unique atmosphere and excellent acoustics make classical concerts as part of the castle concert series or the SchlossTheaterThun theater company an unforgettable experience. All events can be found in the annual program.
Guided tours
Whether it's a special occasion such as a team outing, customer visit, or private celebration, you can take a journey through time together. Let yourself be transported back to bygone eras and experience Thun Castle on your desired date, all year round.
Castle tour
On the castle tour, you will discover 800 years of history in just 60 minutes – vividly narrated and full of exciting insights. The medieval castle towers above the city and today houses a diverse museum with impressive exhibits.
Duration: 1 hour; languages: DE, FR, IT, EN
Cost: CHF 160 per group (max. 20 people); admission: CHF 10 per person / 10 people or more: CHF 8 per person
City and castle tour
The popular combined tour combines a walk through Thun's old town with a visit to Thun Castle and its historical museum. This allows you to experience the town and castle in a single, varied program.
Duration: 2 hours; languages: DE, FR, IT, EN
Cost: CHF 200 per group (max. 20 people); admission: CHF 10 per person / 10 people or more: CHF 8 per person
Fairytale wedding in Thun Castle
Enquiries, information, rates and advice
Opening times Available on 23.11.2025
Opening times, castle museum
February 1 to March 31, 2025
daily 13.00 - 16.00 hours
April 1 to June 30, 2025
daily 10.00-17.00 hours
July 1 to August 31, 2025
daily 09.30-17.30 hours
September 1 to October 31, 2025
daily 10.00-17.00 hours
November 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026
every Sunday 13.00-16.00 hours
December 25, 2025 to January 4, 2026
daily 13.00-16.00 hours
Subject to change without prior notice
Rates
Entry fees, museum castle
- CHF 10.00 Adults
- CHF 8.00 Concessions*
- CHF 3.00 Children aged 6 to 15.99
- CHF 8.00 Groups of 10 or more people**
- CHF 5.00 Audio guide (D, E, F, I, Chin.)
* Retirees, recipients of invalidity pension, trainees, students with ID, military personnel
** Per person
Free to children under the age of 5.99 as well as with the Raiffeisen members’ card, Swiss Museum Pass, Museums-Pass-Musées, Swiss Travel Pass and for members of the patrons’ association (“Förderverein”).
Entry fees, special exhibition
- CHF 5.00 Adults
- CHF 3.00 Children aged 6 to 15.99
Castle tour for groups
- CHF 160.00 Guided tour, 1 hour, max. 20 people plus entrance fee castle
City and castle tour for groups
- CHF 200.00 Guided tour, 2 hours, max. 20 people plus entrance fee castle
Lake Thun Castle Card
The Castle Card (Schlössercard) grants individuals / families discounted entry to four major cultural-heritage sites by Lake Thun and a refreshment break at the Restaurant Schloss Schadau.
The Castle Card is valid for one year from the date of issue. You therefore have plenty of time to explore the four museum castles and enjoy a good coffee, prosecco or syrup on the wonderful terrace offering panoramic views of the mountains.
- CHF 35.00 Individuals
- CHF 70.00 Families (2 adults, 2 children)
Included in the price:
- Entry to the castle museums at Thun, Oberhofen, Hünegg and Spiez
- 1 drink (coffee, prosecco, wine, syrup) per person at Schadau Castle
Available at the reception desk of each of the five Lake Thun castles: Spiez, Schadau, Thun, Hünegg and Oberhofen.
Museum Pass Thun
- CHF 22.00 Adults
- CHF 20.00 Reduced price (AHV, IV, students, apprentices)
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration
BLS suggestion
Museum Pass Thun
In Thun Castle you have the possibility to buy the Museum Pass Thun. This is a new offer and includes, in addition to admission to Thun Castle, Thun Art Museum and Thun Panorama.
How to get there
From the train station and the Thun boat landing stage, the castle can be reached in approx. 15 minutes via the Old Town and the castle steps or the church steps by the town-hall square.
From the Parking City Ost Schlossberg car park, the lift takes you directly up the castle hill.
Location
Contact
- Schloss Thun
- +41 33 223 20 01
- Schloss Thun www.schlossthun.ch
