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Medieval Thun Castle has been a majestic symbol inextricably linked with the town of Thun since the 12th century. The four white towers can be seen atop the castle hill from far and wide. The views of the surrounding mountains, Lake Thun and the old town are worth the visit alone.
Thun Castle is open all year, whatever the weather. Discover a knights’ hall dating from the Late Middle Ages and drink in the impressive all-round views from one of the towers. Elsewhere the exhibition of the castle museum will interest people of all ages. Before visiting, it’s worth checking the events calendar for Thun Castle: with everything from classical concerts to special illuminations, the castle serves as a cultural venue too.
The castle through a child’s eyes
Children can celebrate their birthdays here, and explore the castle in a fun way. “Made in Thun” is a search game that invites kids to crack a code to open a mystery box. They can also learn to be knights on the Knight’s Trail, which takes in the castles of Thun, Oberhofen and Spiez.
Treasure chamber of history
Built by the Dukes of Zähringen, the castle is a true treasure chamber of history. Audio guides in German, English, French, Italian and Chinese recount the colorful history of the castle.
Guided castle tours
You can discover Thun Castle on a variety of themed tours. In addition to the castle tour and the town and castle tour, you can also choose from specialized tours that delve deeper into individual aspects of history. These include guided tours of the court and prison, the role of women in regional history, faith and power, the history of the castle’s construction and use, and aristocratic life on Lake Thun. The offer also includes historical themed tours on the people of Zähringen and Kyburg, glimpses behind the scenes in the collection depot and special experiences such as “Night in the Museum”. The one- to two-hour tours are available in different languages and are ideal for groups.
Offers for groups | Offers for school classes | Offers for children and families
Thun Castle is open all year, whatever the weather. Discover a knights’ hall dating from the Late Middle Ages and drink in the impressive all-round views from one of the towers. Elsewhere the exhibition of the castle museum will interest people of all ages. Before visiting, it’s worth checking the events calendar for Thun Castle: with everything from classical concerts to special illuminations, the castle serves as a cultural venue too.
The castle through a child’s eyes
Children can celebrate their birthdays here, and explore the castle in a fun way. “Made in Thun” is a search game that invites kids to crack a code to open a mystery box. They can also learn to be knights on the Knight’s Trail, which takes in the castles of Thun, Oberhofen and Spiez.
Treasure chamber of history
Built by the Dukes of Zähringen, the castle is a true treasure chamber of history. Audio guides in German, English, French, Italian and Chinese recount the colorful history of the castle.
Guided castle tours
You can discover Thun Castle on a variety of themed tours. In addition to the castle tour and the town and castle tour, you can also choose from specialized tours that delve deeper into individual aspects of history. These include guided tours of the court and prison, the role of women in regional history, faith and power, the history of the castle’s construction and use, and aristocratic life on Lake Thun. The offer also includes historical themed tours on the people of Zähringen and Kyburg, glimpses behind the scenes in the collection depot and special experiences such as “Night in the Museum”. The one- to two-hour tours are available in different languages and are ideal for groups.
Offers for groups | Offers for school classes | Offers for children and families
Knight’s hall for regal occasions
Looking for a grand venue for your wedding, birthday or company celebration? From mid-March to mid-November, you can rent the knight’s hall – which also has excellent acoustics.Photo opportunity: View from the castle towers
The views from the castle towers are unique. To enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the Bernese Alps, the old town and Lake Thun, the castle tower is the perfect spot for that photo to remember.Your highlights at a glance
- Panoramic views of the old town of Thun, Lake Thun and the mountains
- Open all year
- Destination not dependent on the weather
- Castle tours available
To ensure your trip is perfect in every way, please note
- Check the current opening times in advance
- Book a castle tour in advance
- Wheelchair users should enquire about access points before visiting
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Openings
Eligibility
Bad Weather Offer
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
for Class
Suitable for the Elderly
for Children of all Ages
for Children of the age of 3-6
for Children of the age of 6-10
for Children of the age of 10 upwards
Other Furnishing/Equipment
Children Entertainment Corner (indoors)
Children's Playground (outdoors)
Toilet
Baby Change
Handicapped accessible WC
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Reviews
- Yas46October 19, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Lovely castle with interactive exhibits insideThun castle was lovely to visit for a couple of hours. Yes it is fairly bare on the inside but each floor has exhibits and digital interactive boards to either explain the exhibits and to try out some of the ancient ways of doing things. It is very well maintained and each of the 4 turrets give great view onto the town. Easy parking nearby...we visited the castle first and then went into town.More - summeredwardssSeptember 23, 2025 at 10:43 AMDifferent type of castleQuite different to the castles I have visited but maybe that's what i enjoyed so much about it, a good visit with lots of interesting information outside, the temporary exhibition was good too.More
- BethRodioJuly 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Must see in ThunThis was a great way to get some history of the area. Even if you just go to get the scenic views from the turrets, it’s worth itMore - 992vikisSeptember 28, 2024 at 6:14 PMThun Castle is a beautiful medieval castle.Thun Castle was built beginning in the 1200s. It is a very beautiful castle that has been added to over the years. You can climb into the towers and see the intricately built interior of the castle.More
- sensslSeptember 26, 2024 at 1:05 PMGreat museum!This 5-story museum within the Thun Castle was so interesting! There were incredibly well-preserved tapestries and other artifacts, many from the 1400s. The signage was in German, French, and English. The top floor, where you could see the structure of the wooden roof, as well as a video showing the techniques that were used to build it, was fascinating. There were great views of the city from the turrets. I would definitely recommend this museum!More
- RDCononverAugust 25, 2024 at 5:18 AMInteresting Exhibits / Great ViewsI’m one who does not pass up a visit to castle or a blimp to the top of a tower. The castle administration was reasonable at 10CHF (I skipped the add on pottery exhibition). There are many interesting art exhibits through the 4 or 5 floors of the castle along with historical information about the castle. The construction aspects were fascinating, the wood at the top is over 600 years old. There are several exhibits on the construction of the roof along with the history of the building which has changed little since the 1400’s (new roof, addition of a level, etc) but the essential elements are the same. A great visit for an hour or two.More
- DCRedhat14August 9, 2024 at 1:30 AM
No service dogs allowedCan't comment on the inside: they would not allow our trained service dog into the castle. Guess if you are blind you are expected to walk into a wall, or a sword, or fall down stairs. Or if you have another medical condition, well, good luck.More - SMTPACJuly 11, 2024 at 3:03 AMA great morning in a stunning settingBeautiful castle - light filled, not too big, stunning views from the tower. Cafe had delicious pretzel, nice drink selection- a great setting. We enjoyed the art exhibit too.More
- 112marionmJuly 9, 2024 at 10:46 AMImposing castleAn imposing castle which is worth the visit. It is quite a hike up but well worth the amazing views from the top. It is good fun to walk up the smaller towers on the corners to access the large central tower on each floor. Interesting video about carpentry also on showMore
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