Rapperswil Castle is the landmark of the picturesque “Town of Roses”, which lies on the shores of Lake Zurich. The castle, which was built towards the end of the 13th century and subsequently renovated on a number of occasions, can be seen from a long distance away. It towers high above the town, perched atop a long rocky hill called the Lindenhof, which extends through Rapperswil.
The renovated castle offers a wonderful tour for visitors and takes them on a fascinating journey through time of the castle’s history.
A particular highlight for children is without doubt the north flank of the castle hill, where fallow deer have lived since 1871 as a reminder of the legend surrounding the founding of the town. Immediately below the deer park are various playground apparatus, such as a climbing wall and a talk tube, where children can play and let off steam.
The exhibition can be viewed inside the castle. Visitors can also enjoy a breathtaking view of the town and the lake from the castle tower.
Interested in a city tour?
Rapperswil Zürichsee Tourismus offers the following guided tours for private groups:
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
| Wednesday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
| Thursday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
| Friday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
| Sunday | 10.00am – 5.00pm |
Exhibition
Tuesday through Sunday: 10am – 5pm
The castle is closed on November 1 and from December 24 – 26.
Buvette
The Buvette is open from April through October, weather permitting.
Tuesday through Friday: 1pm – 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Address & Contact
| Distance | |
|---|---|
| Zürich Main Station | 26.7 km |
| Zürich Airport | 31.3 km |
Accessibility
| Active wheelchair | Partially accessible |
|---|---|
| E-wheelchair | Partially accessible |
| Stroller | Fully accessible |
| Scewo BRO | Fully accessible |
| Deaf | Fully accessible |
| Visual impairments | Fully accessible |
| Blind | Fully accessible |
| Hearing impairments | Fully accessible |
