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Sargans Castle

Schloss Sargans in Sargans, Switzerland, is a medieval castle whose 900-year-old tower houses the Museum Sarganserland. Across six floors of the tower, visitors learn about the history, crafts, the Gonzen mine, and the farming and alpine life of the Sarganserland region. The museum also features interactive stations such as puzzle walls and painting tables, as well as changing temporary exhibitions.

Information

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

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, from April 1 to October 31. Closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Children (6 to 16 years)
8 CHF
Students and apprentices
8 CHF
Groups of 15 or more per person

Contact

Webpage
museumsargans.ch
Email
museum@schloss-sargans.ch
Address
Schloss Sargans, 7320 Sargans

Access

Nearby stops

  • Sargans, Zürcherstrasse500 meters walking distance
  • Sargans1250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Chur
19m
Zürich HB
54m
St. Gallen
59m
Zug
1h 27m
Olten
1h 33m

FAQ

  • Are guided tours of the castle available?
    Yes, trained guides offer guided tours of the museum and castle, lasting 60 to 90 minutes. Public tours take place on the first Sunday of the month, and tours can also be booked by reservation.
  • Is there a special trail for children at the castle?
    Yes, the Kinderspur (children's trail) offers 15 interactive stations in the castle tower where children can discover the Middle Ages together with Count Jörg and Countess Anna.
  • How do I reach the castle by public transport?
    The castle is a 10 to 15 minute walk from Sargans railway station.