Rapperswil Castle

Rapperswil Castle is the landmark of the “Town of Roses”, situated on Lake Zurich.

Rapperswil, Bahnhof

Castle from the 12th century
Beautiful panoramic view of Rapperswil
Deer park on the castle hill

Rapperswil Castle is the landmark of the picturesque “Town of Roses”, which lies on the shores of Lake Zurich. The castle, which was built towards the end of the 12th century and subsequently renovated on a number of occasions, can be seen from a long distance away. It towers high above the town, perched atop a long rocky hill called the Lindenhof, which extends through Rapperswil.

The southern flank of the hill is known as the Schlossberg. This area is home to the oldest vineyard on Lake Zurich, where wonderful Blauburgunder (Pinot Noir) grapes are grown.

A particular highlight for children is without doubt the north flank of the castle hill, where fallow deer have lived since 1871 as a reminder of the legend surrounding the founding of the town. Immediately below the deer park are various playground apparatus, such as a climbing wall and a talk tube, where children can play and let off steam.

The exhibition can be viewed inside the castle. Visitors can also enjoy a breathtaking view of the town and the lake from the castle tower. Further information can be found here.

Interested in a Guided Tour of the Castle?
Rapperswil Zürichsee Tourismus offers the following guided tours for private groups: