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Explore Thun
Thun
With sweeping views of the Alps, Thun is a lakeside town in the Bernese Oberland region. Its turreted 12th-century castle, standing on a hill above the old town, is its most striking monument and offers unparalleled perspectives of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Plan your trip to Thun and discover everything that Switzerland has to offer to make your Women's EURO 2025 summer the trip of a lifetime.
🎊 Thun Fan Zone
Celebrate UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 in Thun in Waisenhausplatz!
Thun is ready to welcome fans to their mini-football world. The Host City will offer a variety of activities for everyone. Giving visitors the opportunity to play matches, listen to live music, enjoy extraordinary views and choose from a wide range of food and drink.
📍 Location
Waisenhausplatz Thun
📅 Opening hours
Open 2 July – 10 July, 13:00 – 23:00
On Thun matchdays 11:00 – 23:00
📺 Public Viewing
Matches played while the Fan Zone is open will be shown on the big screen with the exception of matches played at Arena Thun.
🎶 Live concerts with local artists
⚽ Walk of Women’s football – learn about the history of women’s football
🏋️♀️ MOVE programme that aims to offer a main activity every day, ranging from a session with local footballers to lectures or football yoga
😎 Lounge area with a stage
🏄♀️ Aaresurf contest, take the opportunity to act like a local by surfing the waves!
🤳 Photo point with an incredible view of the castle (Schloss Thun)
🍟 Tasty food and drinks
😃 Exciting partner activities
Waisenhausplatz Fan Zone is within walking distance from Thun train station.
It is not recommended to drive due to matchday traffic. The nearest parking is at Parkhaus City Ost Schlossberg.
👋 Info points & help on-site
📍Opposite Thun train station on Bahnhofplatz, in front of the shopping centre
Open daily, but only staffed on Thun matchdays
11:00 – kick-off
There will also be representatives of Thun-Lake Thun Tourism out and about in their mobile vehicles to answer your questions.
With the abundance of things to see and do in the city, make sure to visit Thun's tourist information office to make the most of your stay!
Thun-Thunersee Tourismus
Seestrasse 2
3600 Thun
📧 Email: thun@thunersee.ch
If you lose something while in Thun, visit Allmendstrasse 16, 3600 Thun or email the lost & found office: fundbuero@thun.ch.
If you lose something while travelling on SBB train services, go directly to a SBB office or visit the online support page.
Sometimes, unforeseen accidents happen. We want you to stay safe in Thun so if you are involved in an emergency of any kind, immediately dial 112, the European emergency number, free of charge to receive assistance from police, fire or ambulance service.
European emergency number:
112
Swiss emergency numbers:
Ambulance: 144
Police: 117
Fire service: 118
🛏️ Where to stay – powered by Booking.com
Accommodation guide 🌟
We’ve partnered with Booking.com to help you find the perfect accommodation for your budget and travel needs. From hostels to holiday homes, explore the best options near stadiums and top attractions to make the most of your tournament experience.
Choosing where you stay could depend as much on your budget as it does on the matches you want to watch live. Consider exploring different accommodation types to understand what best suits your needs and booking early to secure the best rates.
Average rates across Switzerland:
- Hostel: approx. €62 per night
- Standard hotel: approx. €235 per night
- Apartment: approx. €300 per night
- Luxury hotel: approx. €535 per night
Location guide 📍
For a convenient stay near the stadium, consider the area around Arena Thun, where comfortable hotels make getting to the match a breeze. Alternatively, staying in Thun's old town provides a unique experience, with accommodation near the town's medieval castle, which overlooks the lake and mountains from its hilltop perch. Whether lakeside or close to the action, Thun is an ideal base to blend match excitement with the beauty of Swiss alpine life.
👀 Things to do
• Take a Lake Thun boat cruise: the crystal-clear waters surrounded by the Swiss Alps provide a stunning backdrop for a relaxing journey. Several boat tours are available, offering different perspectives of Thun and its picturesque surroundings.
• Visit Thun Castle (Schloss Thun). A historic landmark that traces its roots back to the 12th century, the castle houses a museum featuring exhibits on the region's cultural heritage, medieval artefacts and archaeological findings. Climb the castle's towers for panoramic views of the town, the lake and the surrounding mountains. You can also spend a quiet day exploring Schadau Castle and its gardens.
• See the Thun Panorama, a circular painting 38 metres in length, housed in a purpose-built rotunda. This giant panoramic artwork depicts Thun as it was in the early 19th century, providing a unique and immersive glimpse into the town's past.