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Thunstetten Castle

Thunstetten Castle in Thunstetten (Canton of Bern, Switzerland) is a baroque castle built between 1713 and 1715 on behalf of Hieronymus von Erlach according to plans by the Parisian architect Joseph Abeille. The museum in the castle offers insights into the 300-year history of the first baroque castle on Bernese soil, focusing on Hieronymus von Erlach and the last owner family Le Grand. The exhibition combines photographs, historical documents and interactive museum technology. A castle café with museum shop and the castle park complete the visit.

Families and Kids

Thunstetten Castle regularly offers children's workshops such as the animation film workshop for 7 to 12 year olds as well as treasure hunts and family Sundays with children's fun. The castle park invites you to explore and linger.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Donation based
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Palace or chateaux
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

The museum and castle café are open on selected Sunday and Wednesday afternoons from 13:00 to 17:00 during the 2026 season (April to October).
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
13:00-17:00 (2026 season (April to October))
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
13:00-17:00 (2026 season (April to October))

Admission fees

0 CHF
Admission free, a contribution to the donation box is welcome

Contact

Webpage
schloss-thunstetten.ch
Address
Berggasse 5, 4922 Thunstetten

Access

Nearby stops

  • Thunstetten, Schloss150 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
42m
Bern
51m
Thun
1h 24m
Luzern
1h 28m
Basel SBB
1h 28m

FAQ

  • Can Thunstetten Castle be rented for private events?
    Yes, the castle's rooms can be rented for all kinds of events, including weddings, parties, seminars, conferences, meetings and exhibitions. The rental and infrastructure costs are compiled on request without obligation.
  • Are guided tours offered at Thunstetten Castle?
    Yes, public tours are offered on the castle Sundays as well as private tours from Tuesday to Friday. There are various themed tours, including a historical tour, a tour on proverbs and idioms, and a spooky torchlight tour in autumn and winter.
  • Is there a café at Thunstetten Castle?
    Yes, the castle café is located in the anteroom of the old castle kitchen and offers homemade cakes and tarts as well as coffee, prosecco and wine. In good weather, the castle courtyard also invites you to linger.
  • Is Thunstetten Castle open all year round?
    The castle is open all year round, except between Christmas and New Year. However, the museum and castle café are only open on selected days during the season.