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Château de Neuchâtel

The Château de Neuchâtel in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, is a medieval castle that was formerly the residence of the princes of Neuchâtel and the historic centre of power. Today it houses the seat of the cantonal government and parliament. Guided tours tell the living history of the castle, offering stories, anecdotes and breathtaking views of the lake and the Alps.

Families and Kids

Children under 16 years old can join the guided tours of the castle for free. The tours last about 45 minutes and offer stories and anecdotes about the medieval castle's history.

Information

  • Visit duration: 45min
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Guided tours run in the afternoons at 2, 3, 4 and 5 pm. From 1 April to 31 May tours are on Saturdays and Sundays (plus Easter holidays and public holidays); from 1 June to 30 September tours run Tuesday to Sunday.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)
Wednesday
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)
Thursday
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)
Friday
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)
Saturday
14:00-17:00 (1 April to 31 May)
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)
Sunday
14:00-17:00 (1 April to 31 May)
14:00-17:00 (1 June to 30 September)

Admission fees

5 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Free for children under 16 years old
70 CHF
Private group tour for up to 25 people

Contact

Webpage
ne.ch
Address
Neuchâtel

Access

Nearby stops

  • Neuchâtel, écluse450 meters walking distance
  • Neuchâtel Evole500 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
7m
Bern
1h 16m
Olten
1h 20m
Lausanne
1h 30m
Thun
1h 44m

FAQ

  • Do I need to reserve a spot for the public guided tour?
    No reservation is required for public guided tours. You simply need to wait for the guide in the porch at the entrance to the castle 5 minutes before each departure.
  • How long does the guided tour of the castle last?
    The guided tours of the castle last about 45 minutes and are organised in the afternoons at 2, 3, 4 and 5 pm.
  • Can I book a private guided tour for a group?
    Yes, private guided tours for groups of up to 25 people can be organized during or outside the regular times for CHF 70. Reservation is required.
  • What does the castle house today?
    The castle, formerly the residence of the princes of Neuchâtel and historic centre of power, now houses the seat of the cantonal government and parliament.