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Verwaltungskreis Interlaken-Oberhasli

Ringgenberg (BE)

Burgkirche and Ringgenberg Castle Ruins

Castles

Verwaltungskreis Interlaken-Oberhasli

Ringgenberg (BE)

Burgkirche and Ringgenberg Castle Ruins

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Burgkirche and Ringgenberg Castle Ruins

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Location: Ringgenberg (BE), Verwaltungskreis Interlaken-Oberhasli, Interlaken-Oberhasli, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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1. Burgseeli – Harderbahn Funicular loop from Interlaken Ost

14.5km

03:54

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Graaggetor Natural Rock Arch – Rote Flue loop from Ringgenberg

13.9km

07:16

1,220m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. View of Unterseen – Harder Kulm Viewpoint loop from Ringgenberg

24.3km

09:25

1,380m

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Paul

February 27, 2025

Ringgenberg Castle Church from the 13th century
Marvel at a medieval and baroque castle church
The Ringgenberg Castle Church is a charming place, full of Bernese history and at the same time one of the most impressive castle complexes in the Bernese Oberland. It was built by Imperial Bailiff Cuno von Brienz in the 13th century. With the founding of the Swiss Castle Association in 1928, historical interest in the castle ruins arose.
The Ringgenberg Castle Church stands proudly on the northern shore of Lake Brienz. Two monuments from different historical eras and areas of life can be found on the castle rock in Ringgenberg. Together, the ruins of the medieval castle of the high nobility and the Baroque reformed church form a contrasting, distinctive interplay. The courtly culture cultivated here in the Middle Ages can still be sensed. The ballroom in the tower is reminiscent of intoxicating parties with a view of the lake. Since 2008, the castle tower has been accessible via stairs, a gallery and a viewing terrace. Once at the top, you can enjoy a unique view over Lake Brienz. In contrast, there is the modesty of the hall church, which is geared to the needs of reformed services. In 1837, the castle church received its church organ, which Felix Mendelsohn played in 1847.
Text / Source: Interlaken Tourism, Marktgasse 1, Interlaken
interlaken.ch/erlebnisse/poi/burgkirche-ringgenberg

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Arno

October 1, 2017

The castle church in Ringgenberg on Lake Brienz was built in 1671. It's a fantastic place for a picnic and great all-round views.

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Udo unter freiem Himmel

October 31, 2021

Castle church and castle ruins Ringgenberg, form a unit and must be visited. The Middle Ages are still very present here.

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Location: Ringgenberg (BE), Verwaltungskreis Interlaken-Oberhasli, Interlaken-Oberhasli, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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Burgkirche and Ringgenberg Castle Ruins

1. Burgseeli – Harderbahn Funicular loop from Interlaken Ost

2. Graaggetor Natural Rock Arch – Rote Flue loop from Ringgenberg

3. View of Unterseen – Harder Kulm Viewpoint loop from Ringgenberg

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