Reichenbach Castle, Swiss cultural château in Zollikofen, Switzerland.
Description
Reichenbach Castle is an estate situated on elevated ground near the Aar River with French-style gardens and terraces. The complex also includes former brewery buildings and barns that demonstrate its past function as a comprehensive rural property.
History
The castle was built between 1683 and 1688 on the site of an earlier fortress and received extensive renovations between 1725 and 1730 under the Fischer family. These modifications significantly altered the complex and established much of its present appearance.
Culture
The estate served as a center of rural life for centuries and still shapes the village's character today. Visitors notice how the buildings define the landscape and remain visible from many approaches to the area.
Practical
The castle sits in Zollikofen, about 5 kilometers north of Bern, and is accessible by local transport. Wear sturdy shoes as the grounds with gardens and terraces invite exploration and the pathways can be uneven in places.
Did you know?
The grounds still preserve sections of the original French gardens created during the Fischer renovation period. Such historical garden design remains uncommon in Switzerland and reflects how European trends reached even rural estates.
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