Our farm
An exclusive retreat in the company of cows, sheep and goats.
Swiss agritourism deluxe
Our four-legged friends
The farm is firmly integrated in our agritourism concept. The family that runs it is passionate about suckler cow husbandry and keeps a herd of Simmental cows that graze on the lush meadows around the castle. Goats and sheep complete the picture. Tschuppi, the friendly farm dog, visits us every now and again.
All products are home-grown
Natura beef
The label Natura-Beef refers to meat from calves raised in suckler cow husbandry, a method that is not only animal-friendly, but also better for the environment. The cattle are fed with local, natural fodder, above all hay and grass.
The stable
Our barn is one of the most modern in Switzerland. Here, our animals not only experience freedom in abundance but also suckler cow farming that not only respects their natural needs but also has a positive impact on the environment. Surrounded by spacious free-range areas, our animals experience a paradise of movement and development. The herd grazes on lush pastures and enjoys the benefits of local, all-natural feed. From fresh grass to fragrant hay, we offer our animals a healthy and balanced diet that promotes their vitality and strengthens their connection to nature.
The hay is not packaged in plastic but is stored and dried traditionally in the barn as it used to be. How is this done? The waste heat from the sun in the barn rises and is transferred directly to the hay store. A fan, a dehumidifier, and a heat exchanger will also work here if required.
The straw on which the cows rest is cleaned, dried and reused regularly.
The barn has an area of around 1,400 square meters, a hayloft volume of more than 1,800 cubic meters and is designed for 40 suckler cows, 40 calves and 10 cattle.
Our specialties
Spelt and wheat
We use the spelt and wheat on our meadows to bake our tasty sourdough bread.
Our produce
There are many places around the Château where you can linger and listen to the sounds of nature. Discover the variety of vegetables, fruits, berries and herbs in our gardens. To preserve biodiversity, we use bee and insect-friendly plants. Take a few minutes to enjoy the gentle humming in our sound garden.
The family of farmers
The farm at Château de Raymontpierre is a family business and is run by the Wenger family.
In 1994, farmer Florian Wenger took over the management of the farm from his father together with his wife Heidi.
Florian Wenger's great passion is his animals. His Simmental cows graze on his pastures. In 2001, he founded the Simmental Suisse breed club with other Simmental beef cattle breeders.
Daughter Fanny and son-in-law Joel also lend a hand on the farm. The two of them take care of the development and maintenance of our vegetable garden. Fanny and Joel know all about planting vegetables and fruit at 1000 m above sea level and also enjoy experimenting with more "exotic" varieties.