Spiez Castle
Schloss Spiez
A castle and vineyards beside a bay on the south shore of Lake Thun. Looking down over the bay from the train station is a classic postcard view.
Spiez Castle lies beside a small bay on the south shore of Lake Thun. Its history dates back to the 10th century, its towers were built in the 12th century, and it was later expanded by Bernese noble families. Inside are a medieval hall and a Baroque banquet hall. Climbing the main tower offers views over the yachts in the bay, the vineyards and the Niesen. The Romanesque castle church next door was built in the 11th century. Admission to the castle museum is about CHF 10, and the gardens are free. From Spiez station it is about a 10-minute walk downhill, and the view over the bay along the way is the classic perspective. Getting there: about 20 minutes by train from Interlaken West, or about 1 hour by boat.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct: Mon 14:00–17:00; Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00