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Thun Castle
Thun, Switzerland, Switzerland
Thun Castle is a prominent medieval fortress dominating the skyline above the old town of Thun in Switzerland's canton of Bern.
Constructed between 1180 and 1190 by Duke Berthold V of Zähringen, it features a massive central keep with corner towers and a grand Knights' Hall symbolizing Zähringen power, later expanded by the Kyburg family and acquired by Bern in 1384 for administrative use.
Serving as a residence for bailiffs, prison, and court over centuries, it was converted into a museum in 1888 showcasing regional history, art, and artifacts across five floors, with panoramic views of Lake Thun and the Alps, and remains a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
Location
Schlossberg 1, 3600 Thun, Switzerland
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