Sargans Castle
Sargans, SG
Sargans Castle, perched on a rock above the old town of Sargans, takes visitors on a journey back to the 13th century. In the castle tower, a museum tells the history of the region. In the historic rooms you can eat, drink and have a pleasant time.
A strong fortress
Sargans Castle, already mentioned in documents as far back as the 13th century, has belonged to the local community of Sargans since 1899. The historic castle houses an important museum of regional history and culture in its tower. Meetings and celebrations have taken place in the historic courtroom (popularly known as the Knights' Hall) for centuries.
A journey of discovery into the Middle Ages
The Sarganserland Museum is housed in the tower of Sargans Castle. Spread over six floors, here you can discover so many interesting facts about the history, sights and customs of the Sarganserland region.
Young visitors - and the young at heart - can follow the new children's trail. If you have sharp detective skills, you can dive right in, try on a knight's helmet, make a flag or dress up in medieval costume. Count Jörg and Countess Anna, the last nobles to have lived in the 15th century castle, will accompany visitors through the 15 exciting stations as they make discoveries, laugh, try new experiences and are amazed.
The Sarganserland Regional Museum and Sargans Castle can be explored individually or as part of a guided tour (registration at the museum ticket office). A stroll through the picturesque little town of Sargans is the perfect accompaniment to a visit to the castle! The little narrow streets below the castle are very close by and boast a variety of places to eat in a unique atmosphere.
Open from April to October
Monday: closed
Tuesday to Sunday open from 10:00 – 17:00
| Adults | CHF 10 |
| Children (6 to 16 years) | CHF 5 |
| Students and apprentices | CHF 8 |
| Groups of 15 or more | CHF 8 per person |
| Guided tour with reservation | CHF 120 |
Access to the inner courtyard with its magnificent terraces is free of charge.
Picnic areas and a restaurant with garden are available. A short walk will take you to a barbecue area outside the castle walls.
Smoking is permitted in the inner courtyard.
A bicycle stand is available for bicycles in the castle.
Temporary exhibitions are held in the gallery above the courtroom. There is also a shop by the ticket office.
It is permitted to visit the entire castle, including the museum and restaurant, with dogs on a lead.
The castle is not wheelchair accessible. There are currently no inclusive offers.
Visit the Sargans Castle Restaurant: www.schloss-sargans.com/
Visitors can find a small selection of drinks and snacks in the museum café.
For hire
The Courtroom can hold up to 100 people and is ideal for weddings, banquets and conferences. Family celebrations can also be booked in smaller rooms. Reservations can be made via the restaurant website or by telephone on +41 (0)81 723 13 13.
In collaboration with the restaurant, four rooms in the castle can be used for ceremonies of the Sarganserland civil registry office: the Agnesstube, the Landgerichtssaal, the Hinterschloss and the Alter Graf.
Arrival
Schloss Sargans
Hinterschlossweg 1
7320 Sargans
By train
15 - 20 minute walk from Sargans station
By car
From Zurich and Chur: Sargans highway exit, then approx. 800m direction Trübbach, following the signs.
From St Gallen: Trübbach highway exit then the main road in direction for Sargans, following the signs
A limited number of car parking spaces is available.
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