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Alt-Falkenstein Castle & Museum

Alt-Falkenstein Castle & Museum in Balsthal, Switzerland, is a local history museum housed in a historic castle. The museum presents the history of the Thal region and hosts changing special exhibitions. The visit also includes the castle tower. The museum is not wheelchair accessible.

Families and Kids

Children aged 7 to 16 receive a reduced admission price. The museum is not barrier-free, which may affect access for families with strollers.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open every Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00 from 03 May 2026 to 30 October 2026.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
10:00-16:00 (03 May 2026 to 30 October 2026)

Admission fees

7 CHF
Adults & young people from 17 years for museum & tower
4 CHF
Children aged 7-16 for museum & tower
2 CHF
Tower only, for all from 7 years

Contact

Webpage
museum-alt-falkenstein.ch
Address
Balsthal

Access

Nearby stops

  • Thalbrücke400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
24m
Zürich HB
56m
Basel SBB
1h 3m
Bern
1h 13m
Neuchâtel
1h 17m

FAQ

  • What payment methods are accepted at the museum?
    Cash and Twint are accepted as payment methods.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    No, due to the historical conditions of the castle, the museum unfortunately cannot be barrier-free.
  • Is the museum open in all weather conditions?
    Yes, the museum is open in all weather conditions every Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00 during the season.