The gateway to Switzerland’s Bernese Alps ... Photograph by Nicola Fuerer Built in the 12th century, Thun Castle is one of the area's most striking sights and is home to a fascinating museum.

The great castles of Switzerland: Château de Chillon, Château de Gruyères, Schloss Thun. Christine gets curious about the castles of Switzerland: In Château de Chillon, she explores its unique ...

Read more: Europe’s perfect one-day journey – travel Switzerland by rail and ... Like any magical place, Thun has its own ...

Switzerland is known around the world ... you can spend hours hiking or biking various trails, taking in the castle-studded shores of Lake Thun on a boat cruise or gazing at the surrounding ...

The city’s most famous landmark is the Thun Castle, featuring a tower that ... but also "under the radar to holidaymakers". While Switzerland has four national langauges, German speakers ...

Visitors to Thun are promised a devil of a time if they rise early on October 2. The "Fulehung" will descend from the steps leading down from the castle, chasing people through the town and ...

Like any magical place, Thun has its own castle, plus four more scattered around the lake. The steep climb up the hill to reach its white walls and conical tiled turrets is rewarded with unmatched ...