A miniature garden paradise with a love of roses and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and the Alps. Heidegg Castle sits on its pedestal overlooking 800 years of history, lovingly restored for the enjoyment of all, young and old.

Situated in the municipality of Gelfingen in the Lucerne Seetal, the drive up to this castle is rewarded with beautiful views of the vineyards rising up to the castle walls. The beautifully restored grounds and museum await castle-hungry visitors, but don't forget to visit the rose garden - it's the icing on the cake.

Castle ★★★★ | Museum ★★★★
Gardens ★★★★★

This beautifully restored castle with moat and turrets is now a popular location for weddings and events.

The castle was once owned by Colonel Ludwid Pfyffer, “Roi de Suisse” an important Swiss political figure from the 16th century. Following a fire in 1963 that nearly destroy the manor house, the canton of Lucerne purchased the ruin and established a foundation to restore the moated castle to its former glory. All be it the castle isn’t open to the public, it still is a remarkable example of the effort taken to save a beautiful monument.

Castle ★★★ | Grounds ★★★★

Cinderalla or maybe Snow White, whichever, this castle is for romantic adventures with a happy ending.

Meggenhorn castle is a fairy tale castle sitting on a hill that overlooks lake Lucerne, Lucerne city, Pilatus, Rigi and the Alps that span along the whole horizon. How much more cheesy can you get. The manicured gardens flow around the building, inviting to sit and enjoy the flowers and ponder the spectacular view. The many castle windows and turrets invite to dream even more. Why are you still here, a romantic dream is waiting to be experienced.

Castle ★★★★★ | Gardens ★★★★★
View ★★★★★

Spiez Castle was built in 933 AD and is one of the oldest castles in Switzerland.

Strategically located, the castle with its magnificent view of Lake Thun is now a popular stopover when travelling in the Bernese Oberland. Visitors can explore the museum's collections and exhibits, enjoy the castle, park and church or have a drink in the castle café. The castle can be booked for weddings and events.

Castle ★★★★ | Gardens ★★★★
View ★★★★★

Located at the bottom of lake Zurich, Rapperswil castle dominates above the harbor and the old town. Restored in the 19th century, it now houses the Polish museum and other exhibitions sponsored by the museum.

The park that surrounds the castle is very popular because of the view overlooking the rooftops, lake, harbor and the alps. Many visitors will also spend time walking through the historical inner city, enjoying the beautiful architecture and wonderful atmosphere. The walk along the lake is also a popular excursion and all of this is easily accessible by foot.

Castle ★★★★ | Park ★★★★ | View ★★★★

Opened up to the public in 1986, this wonderfully restored medieval castle is a very popular attraction in the Aargau region. The castle is also one of Switzerland’s oldest and most important castles, with a long history of counts and dukes having lived there.

With its commanding placement over the town of Lenzburg and the surrounding region, the castle has been the place of settlement since Neolithic period. Today the castle is a popular tourist attraction as well as offering the use of its space for weddings, business and cultural events. All of this is set in a beautiful medieval surrounding, with an impressive courtyard and garden. This also is the ideal castle for a family outing, where the kids have plenty of learning activities that they can experience while exploring the castle museum.

Castle ★★★★ | Museum ★★★★
Gardens ★★★★ | View ★★★★

Chillon Castle sits on a small island along the shoreline of lake Geneva in the canton of Vaud. It is situated at the eastern end of the lake, between Montreux and Villeneuve. It’s one of the most visited castles in Switzerland.

Most likely the most photographed castle of Switzerland and only a little less famous than the Matterhorn. It looks and feels like a real castle, rising out of lake Geneva in a most dominant way.

Castle ★★★★★ | Museum ★★★★ | View ★★★★

Probably one of the best kept secrets in the canton of Zurich, Kappel am Albis abbey stands out with its church spire over the rolling countryside that is dotted by small towns and farmland. Situated on plateau, the view of the alps and the city of Zug and its lake only add to the magic of the region.

Historically the abbey is also located on a famous battle field that took place in 1529. The battle however was never fought and the famous story of the Kappeler Milchsuppe became legend. The opposing troops decided to share their food rations while diplomatic talks where being held. In the end a diplomatic compromise was found and no lives where lost. Maybe the real reason for not going to war was the breathtaking view that overwhelmed the combatants so much so they decide it wasn’t worth spilling any blood that day.

Monastery ★★★ | Gardens ★★★ | View ★★★★★

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, – who is the fairest one of all? The answer is Hallwyl castle with its beautiful moat, presenting the perfect reflection in emerald colors of the castles walls, its turrets and bridge.

The Castle is one of the most important moated castles in Switzerland. It's located on two small islands in the River Aabach, on the northern end of lake Hallwil. Beautifully restored, it's a pure delight to visit and explore. Perfectly manicured, a charming museum with shop and restaurant, the castle is a perfect escape form city stress.

Castle ★★★★★ | Museum ★★★★★ | Grounds ★★★★

Propped up on a hillside overlooking the river Aare the castle has a commanding view over the entire valley below. Terraced with vineyards and gardens and a beautifully managed rose garden, the castle invites to discover it’s many facets, inside and out.

In 2011 the castle was renovated and now belongs to the canton of Aargau. Wildegg is at the top of a string of castles that include Lenzburg castle, visible just to the south, Hallwyl castle in the middle, and at the bottom Heidegg castle. Wildegg has its own charm, with plenty of things to discover for younger and older generations, from the outside all the way to its most inner core. If your are going to stage a castle hopping tour, it might be a good idea to start here and work your way southwards on a journey through medieval history.

Castle ★★★★★ | Museum ★★★★★ | Grounds ★★★★

Located on a hilltop, the original castle walls no longer exist and have been replaced by a ring of buildings that now make up the hilltop town. All that remains now is a tower that over looks the village below and the fantastic view that extends all the way to the boarders of Germany.

The only remaining parts of this castle are the Tower which overlooks this very pretty hilltop town that boarders between cantons Aargau and Zurich. The castle was founded by the House of Regensberg in the 13th century and is now looked after by the Regensberg Castle Foundation.

Castle ★★★ | Grounds ★★★★ | View ★★★★

Einseideln abbey is one of the largest monasteries in Switzerland. Its imposing church in the Baroque style have made it one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

Alone the size of its grounds and different buildings that surround the main church are an indication of how important the abbey once was and still is. Today it still supports a large number of different trades that are needed to keep the grounds and its buildings functioning. The monastery also boasts its very own stables and vinery as well as very beautiful library. The adjacent town of Einsiedeln has also become very popular with tourist, that enjoy the local specialities and shops.

Monastery ★★★★ | Grounds ★★★★ | View ★★★★

It’s a picturesque drive up the winding country roads that lead to the small community of Kyburg where the Castle stands overlooking the Töss River. Located some 3 Km south-east of Winterthur, Kyburg is one of the best know castles in the region and is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.

The castle grounds are well managed and you can walk around the outside of the castle walls without paying any entrance fees. Kyburg is more like a village and there are a number of charming homes with beautiful gardens. The view from the tower overlooking the village below is also very picturesque and if you visit in the fall season the colors will be even more beautiful.

Castle ★★★★★ | Museum ★★★★★
Grounds ★★★★

This castle is very private and not just privately owned. The access to the small island is over a wooden bridge that has a very large gate, preventing any unwanted visitors to the island.

The only path around the island that could provide a view is often blocked by the thick vegetation around the island. So unless you have a drone there isn’t much chance of seeing the castle up close. However since is located in such a beautiful place the castle does attract attention.

Castle ★★★

The influence of many different generations has given this castles its special appearance and style. After a long history of aristocratic influence the castle was acquired by a wealthy American Lawyer by the name of William Maul Measey in 1925, the last official resident to live there.

In 1940 the Oberhofen Foundation was established and in 1954 the museum opened to the general public as an outpost of the Historic Museum of Berne. As of 2009 the Oberhofen Castle once again became an independent foundation. The castle now has its own restaurant and is used for civil marriage ceremonies, weddings, celebrations and events.

Castle ★★★★★ | Museum ★★★★★
Grounds ★★★★

Pfäffikon Castle has a long history under the influential hand of Einsiedeln Monastery and the Lords of Rapperswil. This stronghold was erected to protect the monasteries income provided by the surrounding properties and lands. Of the former moated castle wall, only the inner tower and its extension remain.

In 1839 the roof was reconstructed giving the tower its present appearance. The tower itself is being used for events, weddings and other activities, while the buildings outside of the moat are the home of Freienbach Municipal Administration. The the castle chapel acts as the gateway to the tower and an inner courtyard with its two short bridges and arched gates.

Castle ★★★ Grounds ★★★

Gothic revival in its best form since the turn of the century. It is situated in the Schaudaupark, and was built between 1846 and 1854 according to the plans of Pierre-Charles Dusillion in the Gothic Revival style, for the banker Abraham Denis Alfred de Rougemont.

Since 1925 the castle has belonged to the city of Thun and is now a hotel with restaurant. Between 1972 and 1992 the façade of the castle was renovated by the city's own quarrymen.

Castle ★★★★ | Grounds ★★★★

The enchanting atmosphere of the castle and the friendly hospitality of the hotel are just some of the reasons to visit this beautiful place. Thun Castle sits above the "Altstadt" and Aare River dominating the surrounding landscape with its imposing beautiful white castle walls and 4 turrets. Thun Castle is truly the gateway to the Swiss Alps and their important passes leading south to Italy.

Castle ★★★★ | Grounds ★★★★

Nestled on a perch above Uster, the castles tower oversees the Greifensee, the town and the alps. From a historical aspect Uster castle doesn't have any major importance and can't compete with other larger or more historical castles.

The access to the castles interior is also limited, you have to contact the city to arrange a guided tour, or visit on Sundays during the visiting hours.

Castle ★★★ | Grounds ★★★