Spiez Castle, Medieval castle and museum in Spiez, Switzerland
The castle stands on a hill by Lake Thun, featuring defensive towers, residential buildings, and a Romanesque church within its perimeter walls.
Construction of the castle began in the 10th century under King Rudolph II of Burgundy, with substantial modifications during the Late Middle Ages.
The castle functions as a museum displaying regional artifacts, medieval furnishings, and weapons that illustrate the development of noble life in Switzerland.
Visitors can access the castle from May through October, with guided tours exploring the medieval rooms, tower, and exhibition spaces.
The castle gardens contain a collection of medieval herbs and plants, maintained according to historical gardening techniques from the Middle Ages.
Location: Spiez
Inception: 1200
Part of: list of cultural properties in Spiez
Address: Schlossstrasse 15, 16, 3700 Spiez 3700
Website: https://schloss-spiez.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.68942,7.68742
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:38
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