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Historical Museum Arbon Castle

The Historical Museum Arbon Castle in Arbon (Switzerland) is the largest local and regional history museum in the canton of Thurgau. Its modern permanent exhibition takes visitors on a journey through 5,500 years of settlement history on Lake Constance, from the Neolithic period through the Early Bronze Age, Roman era and Middle Ages to the modern era and industrial history. Original finds, documents, scale models, pictures and photos provide insight into the lives of the pile dwellers, the Romans, the medieval town and the industrial age. The mighty castle tower with its dungeon, weapons hall and tower room offers a panoramic view over Lake Constance. The museum also hosts changing special exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Open every Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00 all year round; from 15 June to 20 October open daily from Monday to Sunday, 14:00 to 17:00.
Monday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Tuesday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Wednesday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Thursday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Friday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Saturday
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)
Sunday
14:00-17:00 (January to December)
14:00-17:00 (15 June to 20 October)

Admission fees

6 CHF
Adult admission
3 CHF
Apprentices / students (16–20 years)
0 CHF
Pupils (up to 16 years) free

Contact

Webpage
museum-arbon.ch
Email
info@museum-arbon.ch
Address
Im Schloss 3, 9320 Arbon

Access

Nearby stops

  • Arbon, Schloss150 meters walking distance
  • Arbon800 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
St. Gallen
28m
Zürich HB
1h 20m
Chur
1h 21m
Zug
1h 53m
Olten
2h 4m

FAQ

  • Are guided tours available and how long do they last?
    Yes, general guided tours of the museum as well as tours with special themes such as the Neolithic, Roman era or industrial age are offered. A tour lasts between 40 and 60 minutes.
  • Can the castle rooms be rented for events?
    Yes, rooms in Arbon Castle can be rented. For rental enquiries, contact Elisabeth Wolff at schloss@arbon.ch or by phone at +41 (0) 71 446 03 28.
  • Are there free events at the museum?
    Occasionally, on a Sunday morning, a free event, guided tour or lecture takes place at the museum. The date and topic are announced in the press and on the museum's homepage.
  • Can I become a member of the Museumsgesellschaft Arbon?
    Yes, you can support the museum by becoming a member of the Museumsgesellschaft Arbon. Members receive the latest information about the museum and can visit it free of charge.
  • Is the museum accessible by public transport?
    The museum is well reachable by public transport. Parking spaces are only limited available in the old town.