Waldegg Castle

Waldegg Castle enjoys a stunning location in the centre of Solothurn’s local recreation area and has an illustrious history. It was built as a summer residence by the aristocratic Besenval family in the 17th century and includes an elaborate baroque garden, an orangery and a kitchen garden. The richly furnished museum offers an insight into the glory days of Solothurn, when the city on the Aare was the seat of the French king’s ambassadors.

Guided tours
Enjoy a tour of Waldegg Castle with one of the knowledgeable, charming tour guides. Discover fascinating stories about the family who built it, the French ambassadors and the cultural landmark of Waldegg Castle.

Offers for children and families
What could be better than celebrating your birthday at a castle? Children can choose from a variety of different activities for their birthday party. We recommend booking well in advance.

Offers for schools
The Waldegg Castle museum offers tours for school groups and learning material. Please contact Waldegg Castle directly. Entry is free for school groups.

Hire for events
The castle can be hired for weddings, birthday parties and corporate events of up to 120 people.

Events
The castle is a social and cultural hub and hosts a number of exciting events.

Digital scavenger hunt
From 15 July 2024, Waldegg Castle will be offering a digital scavenger hunt for adults "Soirée Besenval" in German.

The aim of the digital treasure hunt is to get a seat at the lord of the castle's table. During the one-hour tour, you will be put through your paces by Besenval, follow various clues, solve tricky puzzles and put your knowledge of Baroque festive culture to the test.

The digital tour of the museum is available free of charge at the museum reception desk

Good to know
Weddings and civil ceremonies can also be held at Waldegg Castle.