Lenzburg Castle
Schloss Lenzburg
One of Switzerland's best-preserved medieval castles. The hilltop castle houses a museum and a route for children.
The castle was built in the 11th century on a solitary sandstone hill beside the old town of Lenzburg. Its walls, towers, courtyard, and knights' hall are well preserved. The interior is part of the Aargau Historical Museum, showing a medieval living room, weapons, and scenes from the lives of successive owners. There is also a 'dragon'-themed interactive exhibit for children. Admission is about CHF 14. It's open Tuesday to Sunday from roughly April to October. From Zurich, take the train for about 25 minutes to Lenzburg, then walk about 20 minutes uphill from the station. You can also explore the small old town below the castle.
Opening hours
Approx. April–October, Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00; closed in winter
Nearby sights
- Habsburg Castle
- Uetliberg
- Zurich West (Im Viadukt & Freitag Tower)
- Museum Rietberg
- FIFA Museum
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Confiserie Sprüngli Paradeplatz
- Swiss National Museum