Waldegg Castle

Baroque castle and museum near Solothurn, built 1682-1686 as a summer residence for the patrician family von Besenval. The museum displays richly decorated salons, paintings, and original furnishings illustrating the French-oriented lifestyle of the Solothurn patriciate, surrounded by baroque gardens.

Families and Kids

Schloss Waldegg offers family-friendly activities including digital picture puzzle tours, family guided tours, and birthday parties for children aged 6-12 with creative workshops and treasure hunts in the castle and gardens.

Information

Visit duration: 90min
For rainy days: Yes
Free entrance: No
Price range: $
Topic: History
- Children experience: 👍 Child friendly
- Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
- Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Play area, Events and birthdays, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 14:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Wednesday: 14:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Thursday: 14:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 14:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Sunday: 10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)

Admission fees

10 CHF: Adult admission
0 CHF: Children up to 7 years free
7 CHF: In education / disability pension
7 CHF: In education / disability pension / groups of 10+
7 CHF: Groups of 10 or more
18 CHF: Families (1-2 parents with max. 5 children up to 16 years)
0 CHF: Free admission for school classes accompanied by teachers
0 CHF: Free admission for KulturLegi holders

Contact

Webpage: schloss-waldegg.so.ch
Email: waldegg@dbk.so.ch
Address: Waldeggstrasse 1, 4532 Feldbrunnen-St. Niklaus