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.
Special exhibition
Rot-Wyss si üse Farbe – 125 Jahre FC Thun
01. April – 31. Oktober 2023
125 Jahre FC Thun. Das sind 125 Jahre Leidenschaft. Und eine Clubgeschichte mit vielen Aufs und Abs. Erleben Sie in unserer Sonderausstellung hautnah mit, wie sich der Sportverein von Thun in die Champions League hochspielte und wieder auf dem Boden der Tatsachen landete. Lassen Sie die Highlights und Tiefschläge in Ton und Bild Revue passieren. Und testen Sie Ihr Wissen über den Club der Herzen in einem Quiz mit attraktiven Preisen. Feiern wir gemeinsam dieses grosse Fest.
Night at the museum
Ghost stories at Thun Castle
Who knows the secret of the Sodbrunnen fountain in the castle courtyard? Did you know that the Knights’ Hall was also used for bowling in the Middle Ages? Do you know the legend of the White Lady? No? Then it’s high time that Sir Gerold took you on a night-time tour of the castle to tell you these and other spooky tales. The stories are supplemented with historical facts and explanations about the building and the workings of the castle over eight centuries.
Together, accompanied by a tour guide, you’ll make your way through the darkened castle. Illuminated by lanterns, the interiors of the Thun landmark appear quite differently than in daylight. Let yourself be surprised and ponder the mysteries as you go. Spooks and scares are guaranteed. The night-time tour begins at dusk at the Sodbrunnen fountain and lasts for 1.25 hours.
Public tours:
Saturday. 5 November 2022
Saturday, 3 December 2022
Start
21.00 hours
Group tours for companies and organisations with up to 20 people available on request.
«Night at the museum» public tours
- CHF 20.00 Adults
- CHF 15.00 Teenagers (14-16 years)
«Night at the museum» group tours
- CHF 450.00 Fixed price (up to 20 people)
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration.
Information and reservation
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
Fairytale wedding in Thun Castle
Enquiries, information, rates and advice
Opening times Today (Tuesday) open
Opening times, castle museum
1 February 2023 to 31 March 2023
Daily 13.00–16.00 hours
1 April 2023 to 31 October 2023
Daily 10.00–17.00 hours
1 November 2023 to 31 January 2024
Sundays 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 guided tour for groups
- CHF 140.00 Audio guide (D, E, F, I, Chin.) 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.
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration
Arrival
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
