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Wartenfels Castle

Schloss Wartenfels is a castle in Lostorf, Switzerland, that served as a watchtower from the 13th century and was later transformed into a baroque summer residence. The castle features a baroque garden with the oldest hornbeam alley in Europe, a chapel, and a collection of historic furniture and tiled stoves. It hosts changing exhibitions of contemporary art and cultural events during the summer season.

Families and Kids

Children can enjoy the castle garden and the baroque park, and the castle hosts family-friendly events such as the NATÜRlich Wartenfels market with activities like crafting a fairy from dried flowers and a 1500-piece puzzle. Reduced admission is available for children.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: No
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations, Workshops

Opening hours

The castle museum, castle bistro and castle garden are open on Sundays from 13:00 to 17:00, and the workshop bistro with self-service and the open castle garden are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00, from May 3 to October 18.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-20:00 (May 3 to October 18)
Wednesday
10:00-20:00 (May 3 to October 18)
Thursday
10:00-20:00 (May 3 to October 18)
Friday
10:00-20:00 (May 3 to October 18)
Saturday
10:00-20:00 (May 3 to October 18)
Sunday
13:00-17:00 (May 3 to October 18)

Admission fees

5 CHF
Adult admission
2.5 CHF
Child admission
10 CHF
Family admission

Contact

Webpage
wartenfels.ch
Email
info@schloss-wartenfels.ch
Address
Schlossstrasse 26, 4654 Lostorf

Access

Nearby stops

  • Lostorf, Mineralquelle1200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
35m
Zürich HB
1h 4m
Bern
1h 6m
Luzern
1h 18m
Basel SBB
1h 19m

FAQ

  • Is the castle accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    The castle does not offer barrier-free access, but people with walking difficulties may drive their vehicle to the turning area, and a barrier-free WC facility is available.
  • Can I book a guided tour of the castle?
    Yes, guided tours for groups of up to 15 people can be requested. The tour costs a flat CHF 50.00 plus CHF 5.00 admission per person; groups under 10 people are charged a flat CHF 100.00.
  • Can the castle be rented for private events?
    The castle is available for cultural, scientific, non-profit and church events, as well as for civil weddings, weddings and baptisms. It is not intended to be lent to private individuals for purely personal purposes.
  • Is there a bistro or restaurant at the castle?
    Yes, there is a castle bistro open on Sundays during opening hours where drinks and cakes can be enjoyed, and a self-service workshop bistro open Tuesday to Saturday.
  • Can I buy the castle's own wine?
    Yes, the Wartenfelser wine produced by the Rebgemeinschaft Schloss Wartenfels is available for purchase from the wine community and can also be enjoyed at the bistro.