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Aarwangen Castle

Schloss Aarwangen is a historic castle in Aarwangen, Switzerland, that presents the castle's history and the economic history of the Oberaargau region through multimedia exhibitions. The castle houses a children's castle (Kinderschloss) with play areas, a café, and an Aare terrace, and offers escape rooms and virtual reality experiences. It is a member of the association Die Schweizer Schlösser.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

Opening hours

The exhibition area and children's castle are open Wednesday to Friday from 14:00 to 17:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
14:00-17:00
Thursday
14:00-17:00
Friday
14:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

13 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Child admission
8 CHF
Student admission
8 CHF
Senior admission

Contact

Webpage
schloss-aarwangen.ch
Email
info@schloss-aarwangen.ch
Address
Jurastrasse 90, 4912 Aarwangen

Access

Nearby stops

  • Aarwangen Schloss100 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
23m
Bern
51m
Zürich HB
1h 0m
Luzern
1h 5m
Basel SBB
1h 6m

FAQ

  • Are there age restrictions for children visiting the castle?
    The exhibition and children's castle are recommended for children from 4 years of age, and children from 6 years pay admission. The escape rooms can be played from 12 years in the company of parents and from 16 years without supervision; infants, toddlers and dogs are not admitted for safety reasons.
  • Is the castle accessible for wheelchair users?
    All floors of the castle are reachable by lift and accessible for people in wheelchairs or with walking aids. However, the escape rooms are not barrier-free or wheelchair accessible for structural reasons.
  • Do I need to book in advance for the escape rooms and virtual reality experiences?
    Yes, advance booking and prior confirmation are mandatory for the escape rooms and virtual reality experiences. They can be booked online, or spontaneously via WhatsApp for slots less than 12 hours in advance.
  • Are dogs allowed at the castle?
    Dogs are welcome in the lounge area of the castle café and in the outdoor area, provided they do not disturb other guests. They are not admitted to the escape rooms for safety reasons.