Attend performances at medieval Spiez Castle
Spiez, Switzerland • USD 12.9 - USD 17.2 approx.• 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
14°C – 25°C, warm summer temperatures; frequent but brief showers, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 25°C, warm summer temperatures; frequent but brief showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Historic site with stairs and uneven surfaces, not fully accessible.
Historic site with stairs and uneven surfaces, not fully accessible.
Value for money
Medium
Ticket prices are moderate, but accessibility is limited.
Ticket prices are moderate, but accessibility is limited.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the intimate concerts within the historic castle church, a perfect date night.
Unique Ambiance
Visitors felt the castle setting made the musical performances truly special and memorable.
Wonderful Acoustics
The acoustics in the church were fantastic, enhancing the musical experience for couples.
Limited Access
Couples with mobility issues found the historic site challenging, due to many stairs.
Seasonality Matters
Availability is restricted to May only, which disappointed some couples.
Ticket Prices
Some couples felt the ticket prices were a bit high for the length of the event.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-2-5°C
Cold and often damp, with occasional snow or freezing rain.
Cold and often damp, with occasional snow or freezing rain.
Closed
Castle closed for winter; no exhibitions, tours, or performances available.
Castle closed for winter; no exhibitions, tours, or performances available.
Not recommended
Castle closed; performances and tours unavailable. Not a viable time to attend events at Spiez Castle.
Castle closed; performances and tours unavailable. Not a viable time to attend events at Spiez Castle.
January
LOW
-2-4°C
Cold winter weather with occasional snow or rain, overcast skies typical.
Cold winter weather with occasional snow or rain, overcast skies typical.
Closed
Spiez Castle is closed to the public in winter; no performances or concerts are scheduled.
Spiez Castle is closed to the public in winter; no performances or concerts are scheduled.
Not recommended
Attending performances at Spiez Castle is not possible in January; the venue is closed and no cultural events are held.
Attending performances at Spiez Castle is not possible in January; the venue is closed and no cultural events are held.
February
LOW
-1-6°C
Cold, possibly damp weather with rain or snow showers, limited sunshine.
Cold, possibly damp weather with rain or snow showers, limited sunshine.
Closed
Castle and event operations remain closed for winter; no performances scheduled.
Castle and event operations remain closed for winter; no performances scheduled.
Not recommended
No performances or cultural events at Spiez Castle; the site is closed to visitors in February.
No performances or cultural events at Spiez Castle; the site is closed to visitors in February.
March
LOW
1-10°C
Cool early spring weather; showers and some sunny days, flowers begin to bloom.
Cool early spring weather; showers and some sunny days, flowers begin to bloom.
Closed
The castle and its event spaces remain closed; no concerts or performances are run.
The castle and its event spaces remain closed; no concerts or performances are run.
Not recommended
Attending performances is not possible in March; castle operations including concerts have not yet resumed.
Attending performances is not possible in March; castle operations including concerts have not yet resumed.
How to get there
Boat
Recommended
BLS Schifffahrt AG operates boat services on Lake Thun, with a stop at Spiez Schiffstation, a short walk from the castle.
Train
Recommended
The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) provides frequent train services to Spiez Bahnhof, a short walk from the castle.
Walking
Recommended
A 12-15 minute walk from Spiez Bahnhof offers scenic views to the castle. Walking is also possible from the boat pier.
Bike
Cycling paths lead to the castle, with bike parking available in the town.
Bus
Local PostBus services connect Spiez Bahnhof to the castle via the 'Spiez, Eden Hotel' or 'Spiez, Schiffstation' stops, followed by a short walk.
Car
Drivers can reach the castle via the A8 motorway, taking the Spiez exit and following local roads to Schlossstrasse 16. Paid parking is available nearby.
Taxi
Taxis are available in Spiez and can drop off visitors near the castle entrance.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99