Lake Thun: Castles

Lake Thun: Castles Splendid castles set in beautiful parkland are characteristic of the Lake Thun region. The Lords of these castles picked out this area especially for its excellent location on Lake Thun and the fantastic views to the Bernese Alps.

The inside of these castles is like a fascinating journey into past times.

Museums pass Lake Thun!

The castle was built between 1861 and 1863 in the historicist style and then largely renovated in 1900 in the art nouveau style. Today the castle is presented as a well cared for stately home with the original furnishings.

www.schlosshuenegg.ch

This romantic castle with beautiful views of the Alps houses an important exhibition of Bernese interior decoration from the 16^th to 19^th centuries

www.schlossoberhofen.ch

Situated on a rocky spur on the lakeside, Spiez Castle and its early Romanesque castle church bear witness to the change from a medieval castle to an impressive patrician residence of the 17^th / 18^th Century.  The castle has a café and beautifully kept grounds and annual exhibitions.

www.schloss-spiez.ch

The castle was built by the Dukes of Zähringen shortly before 1200.  The mighty roof dates from the Bernese period of 1430. Over five floors the historic museum presents the cultural development of the area from around 4000 years.  Highlights include the great hall, the archeology, the Heimberg and Thun Majolika ceramics, toys and the military collection from the 19^th century.

www.schlossthun.ch