Schadau Castle

Schadau Castle is a romantic, neo-Gothic castle built between 1846 and 1854 for the Swiss banker Abraham Kunz. It sits on the shores of Lake Thun, surrounded by a sprawling English-style park with ancient trees, manicured lawns, and flowerbeds. Unlike the medieval Thun Castle, Schadau is a 19th-century fantasy of a castle, complete with turrets, battlements, and a lakeside terrace. Today, it operates as a restaurant and event space, so visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink on the terrace with direct views of the lake and the Alps. The park is open to the public year-round and is a popular spot for leisurely strolls, picnics, and photography. The castle's interior is not open for general touring except during special events, but the exterior and grounds are free to explore.

Don't miss

• Lakeside terrace with panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau
• The English-style park with century-old trees and a small pond
• Afternoon tea or coffee on the castle terrace
• Seasonal events like concerts and weddings in the castle grounds
• Photography of the castle's ornate facade and lakeside setting

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Schadau Castle

Cheapest way inChillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux4.6★ · 325 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$18 per personSee dates →Best full dayNeuschwanstein Castle Tour from Munich4.6★ · 5,354 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$92 per personSee dates →Private & flexiblePrivate Sightseeing Boat Trip on Lake Thun, Interlaken5★ · 11 travelers~1 hourFrom$252 per personSee dates →