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Originally the residence of a provincial governor, this 17th-century moated castle is only 200 m east of the Emme. Streams also cross the magnificent 19th-century park. Of the period rooms with furniture and paintings dating from the 17th century, the most striking are the richly panelled Landshut Room, with its splendid carved sideboard, and the lovely Great Hall.
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The still lifes by Albrecht Kauw take pride of place among the paintings displayed in the castle. The Swiss Museum of Wildlife and Hunting offers information on the history of game and hunting in Switzerland from the Stone Age to the present day. The Collection of Hunting History comprises 700 pieces spanning five centuries. Further highlights are the collection of hunting horns and the exhibits on falconry, decoys and hunting dogs. Annually changing special exhibition.
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