Schadau

Schadau is a historic site and locality on the southern shore of Lake Thun in the city of Thun, in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It is best known for Schloss Schadau (Schloss Schadau) and Schadau Park. The castle is a 19th-century manor built in a romantic revival style, notable for its crenellated towers and decorative façades that give it a fairy-tale appearance along the lakefront. The surrounding park, Schadau Park, extends along the shore and includes formal gardens, lawns, and viewpoints over the lake and the town.

Today, the Schloss Schadau complex functions as a cultural venue. A restaurant and café operate within or near the premises, and the site hosts private events such as weddings, as well as exhibitions and public programs. The grounds are generally open to visitors, and guided tours of the castle may be available during the tourist season.

Schadau’s location near Thun’s old town and the lake makes it one of the notable landmarks of the region. It exemplifies 19th-century gentry architecture in the Bernese Oberland and contributes to the cultural and tourism landscape of Thun.