Wangen an der Aare Castle

Wangen an der Aare Castle is a fortified residence of stone that sits above the village and features thick defensive walls with residential sections. The building displays typical features of Swiss fortification architecture with tightly closed facades and crenellated walls.

The castle was founded in 1407 by the Kyburg family and later became the administrative seat for the Bern region. Since its founding, it has remained a center of government and today stands as a protected cultural property of national importance.

The castle shapes the village center with its stone architecture and displays the marks of different periods in its walls. Visitors can see how this historical structure fits into the everyday life of the community.

The castle is within walking distance of the railway station on the Biel-Olten line and sits in the village center. Access is via well-marked paths, and parking is available near the building for those who arrive by car.

The castle has served continuously as an administrative center for more than 600 years since its founding, making it one of Switzerland's oldest continuously used government buildings. This unbroken tradition is rare and shows the remarkable stability of local institutions.

Location: Wangen an der Aare

Part of: list of cultural properties in Wangen an der Aare

Address: Städtli 26, 3380 Wangen an der Aare

GPS coordinates: 47.23607,7.65466

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25