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Schattenburg

Schattenburg is a medieval castle in Feldkirch, Austria, which today houses a museum. The museum shows 18 rooms including Gothic rooms, a bailiff's office, a traditional costume room, a small hall (Palas), an old castle chapel, a Ladies' Bower and a Veduta cabinet. The keep houses a weapons collection, locks and a viewing platform overlooking the old town of Feldkirch. The museum also offers guided tours, family events and changing special exhibitions.

Information

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

Opening hours

Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00 from April to October.
Monday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (April - October)

Admission fees

9 EUR
Adult admission
8 EUR
Senior admission
6.5 EUR
Junior admission
6.5 EUR
Student admission
4.5 EUR
Child admission
0 EUR
Children up to 5 years free
17 EUR
Family admission
11 EUR
Family admission
7.5 EUR
Group admission

Contact

Webpage
schattenburg.at
Email
besuch.museum@schattenburg.at
Address
Burggasse 1, 6800 Feldkirch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Feldkirch, Domplatz350 meters walking distance
  • Feldkirch, Katzenturm450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
St. Gallen
1h 13m
Chur
1h 50m
Zürich HB
2h 24m
Zug
2h 59m
Olten
3h 3m

FAQ

  • Is Schattenburg accessible for wheelchair users?
    No, Schattenburg is not wheelchair accessible due to its historic building fabric and monument protection. The ticket area is reached via a wooden staircase with 15 steps, further rooms via steep wooden staircases.
  • Am I allowed to take photos in the museum?
    Photography without flash for private purposes is permitted in the museum. In all other cases, a request must be sent to besuch.museum@schattenburg.at.
  • Are dogs allowed in the museum?
    Only certified assistance dogs for people with disabilities have access to the museum rooms.
  • Is there an audio guide?
    Yes, audio files in German are available via QR codes and free WIFI. Own headphones are recommended.
  • Do I have to leave large bags or backpacks at the museum?
    Larger handbags and backpacks are not permitted in the museum. 20 lockers are available for guests.