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Hünegg Castle

Hünegg Castle in Hilterfingen on Lake Thun is a residential museum of Historicism and Art Nouveau whose furnishings have remained unchanged since 1900. The castle also houses the Erich Liechti ship collection with over 140 self-built ship models as well as the Palazzo Sesavale miniature world on a 1:12 scale. The stately residence lies in a spacious castle park that is open to the public all year round, with old trees, an animal enclosure and a playground. The castle is open to visitors from mid-May to October and hosts changing special exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The castle park offers a playground, an animal enclosure with peacocks, rabbits and kangaroos, and a fairy-tale world with the Määrli-Läse-Hüsli children's chalet and a fairy-tale quiz trail. Children can also go on a treasure hunt for the castle's little resident, the Schloss-Schlingel, and celebrate their birthday at the castle.

Information

  • Visit duration: 75min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Tours and demonstrations, Play area, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

The castle and museum are open from mid-May to mid-October: Tuesday to Saturday from 14:00 to 17:00, and on Sundays and public holidays from 11:00 to 17:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)
Wednesday
14:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)
Thursday
14:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)
Friday
14:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)
Saturday
14:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)
Sunday
11:00-17:00 (Mid-May to mid-October)

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Senior admission
8 CHF
Student admission
5 CHF
Children and young people aged 6 to 16
0 CHF
Children up to 6 years
8 CHF
Groups of 10 or more per visitor

Contact

Webpage
schlosshuenegg.ch
Email
info@schlosshuenegg.ch
Address
Staatsstrasse 52, 3652 Hilterfingen

Access

Nearby stops

  • Hilterfingen, Post450 meters walking distance
  • Hilterfingen, Weingartenstr.500 meters walking distance
  • Hünibach, Eichbühl650 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Thun
10m
Bern
31m
Interlaken Ost
51m
Brig
1h 3m
Olten
1h 10m

FAQ

  • Is the castle park freely accessible?
    Yes, the castle park is open to the public all year round and continuously, covering an area of 5.35 hectares.
  • Are guided tours offered in languages other than German?
    Guided tours of the castle museum and park last about 75 minutes and are available in German, English, French and Italian; park tours are offered in German only.
  • Are there activities for children in the castle park?
    Yes, the park offers a playground, an animal enclosure with peacocks, rabbits and kangaroos, a fairy-tale quiz trail, the Määrli-Läse-Hüsli children's chalet and a fairy-tale world.
  • Can the castle be visited in winter?
    The castle museum is open from mid-May to mid-October. In winter, the castle park remains accessible and the Amuse-Bouche culture café is open from mid-November to end of April on Fridays to Sundays.

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