Altstadt Travel Guide
Thun
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Popular places to visit
Thun Castle
Within the old stone walls of this 12th-century castle is a fascinating museum dedicated to Thun's ancient past.
Schloss Schadau
You can find out about the history of Thun with a visit to Schloss Schadau. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
Schadaupark
A 19th-century pink castle, a lakeside setting and a huge panoramic painting make for a memorable day out at this beautiful park.
Arena Thun
Catch an event at Arena Thun during your trip to Thun. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Schloss Thun
Schloss Thun is just one of the places to see in Thun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Thun-Panorama
You can browse the exhibits at Thun-Panorama, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Thun. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Interlaken: Boat Day Pass on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz
Beatenberg: Beatus Caves Entry Ticket with Museum
Interlaken Cruise Day Pass Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, 2nd class
Discover Interlaken’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Interlaken: Summit Harder Kulm with a Swiss Athlete
Gruyères, Cheese Factory & Maison Cailler Day Trip from Bern
Top hotels in Altstadt
Essential by Dorint Interlaken
"Very pleasant clean and easy to access"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Interlaken
"The staff was not helpful. We paid for breakfast but had to leave the breakfast without being served a coffee after asking for it."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hapimag Resort Interlaken
"This property felt much more like a motel than a hotel. The room was stocked with two small bars of cheap soap, and the towels were thin, rough, and scratchy. The most disappointing part was the pool experience. The hotel does not provide pool towels, and when I asked the front desk for one, I was ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Regina Wengen
"Wonderful location and a beautiful old-style ski-resort hotel. The views are stunning. Only a 4 minute walk from the train station. We would recommend this hotel with only one caveat...there is no AC and it was very hot in mid-June. (We had to sleep with windows open which let in a couple of flies ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
"No air conditioning and the windows were directly across from another building rooftop where they smoked so we couldn’t open up the windows to cool off. Brutal nights sleep in the summer heat."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Royal St. Georges Hotel Interlaken - MGallery Collection
"Good breakfast with a lot of selection. Very convenient and close to train station and all activities. Very clean and bed and sheets very comfortable. We loved our stay. Thank you and will definitely stay here again when we come back"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Altstadt
Dürrenast
While visiting Dürrenast, you might make a stop by sights like Schloss Schadau and Lake Thun.
Gwatt
Though Gwatt may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arena Thun and Schloss Schadau.
Bälliz
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bälliz and surrounding area, you can visit Thun Castle and Schloss Schadau.
