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Oberhofen Castle

Oberhofen Castle is located in Oberhofen on Lake Thun in Switzerland and is a romantic castle complex with a keep built around 1200. Since 1954 the castle has housed a museum that tells the history of its former inhabitants, with a focus on the 19th century. Permanent exhibitions include 'Noble Life around 1900', 'Always at Your Service' and 'In the Kitchen'. The magnificent castle park with its hornbeam avenue, orangery and Swiss cross is one of the most beautiful gardens in the Alpine region.

Families and Kids

Oberhofen Castle is a family-friendly castle with many offers for children, including a dressing-up studio, the mouse trail for children aged 4–10, a fairy-tale listening station and the knight trail for ages 6–12. There is also a playground with swings in the park and a public playground in front of the castle gates.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Play area, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

The castle museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 from May 10 to November 1 (closed Mondays). The castle park is open daily with varying hours depending on the season.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (May 10 – November 1)

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
12 CHF
Reduced adults (disability, students, groups of 10+, regional guest cards)
6 CHF
Children (6–16 years)
20 CHF
Family ticket A (1 adult with up to 4 children under 16)
30 CHF
Family ticket B (2 adults with up to 4 children under 16)
0 CHF
Children under 6 free

Contact

Webpage
schlossoberhofen.ch
Email
info@schlossoberhofen.ch
Address
3653 Oberhofen

Access

Nearby stops

  • Oberhofen am Thunersee200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Thun
23m
Bern
44m
Interlaken Ost
59m
Brig
1h 18m
Olten
1h 22m

FAQ

  • Are dogs allowed in the castle and park?
    Dogs are not allowed in the castle or park, with the exception of guide dogs. Dogs are welcome in the restaurant.
  • Can the castle rooms be rented for events?
    Yes, various rooms can be rented for events such as aperitifs, seminars, meetings and weddings, including the Salle Harrach, the Sommersaal, the dining room and the Seetürmli. The castle chapel can also be rented for weddings and baptisms.
  • Is there overnight accommodation at the castle?
    No, there are no overnight accommodation options at Oberhofen Castle itself. Hotels in the surrounding area are recommended.
  • Are the castle rooms wheelchair accessible?
    The rooms on the ground floor of the castle and in the dependencies are wheelchair accessible. The Parkterrasse and the Seetürmli, however, can only be reached via stairs.
  • Can the castle rooms be viewed before booking?
    A viewing appointment on site with the event organizer is recommended before each event. A second appointment is charged at CHF 50 per 30 minutes.