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Ritterhaus Ürikon

The Ritterhaus Ürikon in Uerikon on Lake Zurich is a historic building ensemble from the Middle Ages that was once the seat of mercenary leaders and district judges. The ensemble includes, alongside the Ritterhaus, the chapel, the Burgstall and the Blumenhalde residential building. The listed site today serves as a place of encounter for celebrations, cultural events and holiday stays. The Ritterhaus-Vereinigung Ürikon-Stäfa has been committed to preserving this cultural heritage since 1943.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

The office is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 08:00 to 12:00 and Friday from 13:30 to 17:00; Wednesday closed. Opening hours for the buildings themselves could not be found on the website.

Contact

Webpage
ritterhaus-uerikon.ch
Email
info@ritterhaus-uerikon.ch
Address
Seestrasse 254, 8713 Uerikon

Access

Nearby stops

  • Uerikon, Ritterhaus100 meters walking distance
  • Uerikon (See)200 meters walking distance
  • Uerikon550 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
29m
Zug
1h 9m
Olten
1h 11m
St. Gallen
1h 14m
Luzern
1h 31m

FAQ

  • How can I visit or tour the Ritterhaus?
    For visits, enquiries and reservations you can contact Pascal & Pamela Bühler by phone at +41 77 498 81 04 or by email at info@ritterhaus-uerikon.ch.
  • Can I rent the Ritterhaus rooms for my own event?
    Yes, the Ritterhaus offers various rooms for rent, including the Cheminée cellar (40-60 people), the upper floors with 37 sleeping places, the chapel (70-85 seats) and the garden with direct lake access. Enquiries can be made via the request form on the website.
  • Is the Blumenhalde available as a holiday home?
    Yes, the Blumenhalde is a restored 18th-century residential building with a large garden, direct lake access and its own rowing boat, offering space for up to six people. It is part of the 'Ferien im Baudenkmal' foundation and can be booked via ferienimbaudenkmal.ch.
  • Can I become a member of the Ritterhaus-Vereinigung?
    Yes, you can become a member of the Ritterhaus-Vereinigung Ürikon-Stäfa. The membership fee can be freely chosen but is at least CHF 30 per year. Members support the preservation of the historic buildings and receive invitations to exclusive events.