Guided tours for groups
CASTLE AND PARK TOURS
GENERAL CASTLE TOUR
A general tour of the castle offers insight into the 800-year history of the building and its owners. The tour takes you from the medieval room with its dungeon, via the residential area, to the top of the keep where you find the Oriental smoking parlour with its spectacular view of the lake and mountains.
In English, German or French, duration 1 hour, CHF 150.– plus entrance fee of CHF 8.– per person.
“ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE” – NEW
Beneath the roofs of the romantic 19th century castle by the lake were not only the dwellings of the nobility, but also their servants. Whoever enters the servants’ quarters, with the bedrooms of the service personnel, is immersed into a previously unknown history, which, though part of the castle, has been in its shadow. During the tour of the new permanent exhibition, visitors will obtain insight into the everyday life of the aristocratic family’s domestic staff.
In English, German or French, duration 1 hour, CHF 150.– plus entrance fee of CHF 8.– per person.
ANNA FEODOROVNA
In 1814 she acquired a Bernese country estate, naming it Elfenau. It became a meeting point for local and foreign high society. Some of the palatial Empire style furniture from the Elfenau can be found in Oberhofen Castle. Who was this Grand Duchess? What brought her to Bern? The tour illuminates her fascinating life story in the context of the time.
In English and German, duration 1 hour, CHF 150.– plus entrance fee of CHF 8.– per person.
TREE GALLERY TOUR IN THE PARK
Trees – custom and tradition
Trees have long been seen as sources of strength in which protection, recreation and health have been sought. There are stories and traditions about every tree – find your “oasis”!
In German only, Duration 1 hour, CHF 170.–
THE MYTH OF THE ORIENT
Guided tour of the Oriental smoking room origins at Oberhofen Castle.
In German only, duration 1 hour, CHF 150.– plus entrance fee of CHF 8.– per person.
“TOUR OF THE COLD WINTER CASTLE”
What does the castle look like during its winter break? A glimpse behind the scenes. Please wear warm clothes.
In German only, upon request, November to February. Package price up to 20 people: CHF 300.– / up to 30 people: CHF 400.–
CASTLE PARK TOUR
The Oberhofen Castle park is one of the most beautiful gardens in the Alpine region. During the tour of the park you will learn about its history and design as well as the issues regarding the preservation of such a facility.
In English and German, duration 1 hour, CHF 170.–
OPENING HOURS – CASTLE PARK
31 March – 11 May: 9 am – 8 pm
12 May – 10 August: 9 am – 9 pm
11 August – 20 October: 9 am – 8 pm
21 October – 22 December: 9 am – 5 pm
Free access to the park
Dogs are not allowed in the castle or the park, but are welcome in the restaurant.
CONTACT
Stiftung Schloss Oberhofen
Postfach 22
CH-3653 Oberhofen
Tel. +41 33 243 12 35
info@schlossoberhofen.ch
Office opening hours:
Tuesday – Friday, 9 – 12 am and 2 – 5 pm
