Chillon Castle

  • Historic site and monument
  • Historic patrimony
  • Castle
  • Classical
  • 12th C
Avenue de Chillon 21, CH-1820 Veytaux
The gates to one of Europe's most fascinating castles are open to you. Breathtakingly beautiful architecture, an exceptional setting between lake and mountains... truly magical!
Romantic and authentic, the visit is tailor-made. Explore the fortress with the help of an explanatory leaflet or an audioguide - available to rent on site or to download from App Store or Google Play Store. Children aged 6 to 10 receive a treasure map at the entrance. An unusual itinerary and videos on touch-screen terminals take you back in time to the Dukes of Savoy. Throughout the year, Switzerland's most visited historic monument also organizes exhibitions, shows and concerts. A visit...

Services

Services

Car park

Rates

Rates

Free entry for children under 6. Group rate available for 15 people or more.
Opening hours and prices: https://www.chillon.ch/.

Payment methods

Payment methods

Payment methods

CashCash
Bank/credit cardBank/credit card

Medias

Medias

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Location

Location

Chillon Castle
Avenue de Chillon 21, CH-1820 Veytaux

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Close to a trunk road
  • Lakeside or by stretch of water
  • Lake view
  • Lake 5 km away
  • Waterside
  • Panoramic view

Access

Access
  • By car: follow the lake road from Montreux (4 km) or Villeneuve (2 km). Ample free parking in front of the château.
    By train: regional train from Lausanne, Montreux or Villeneuve. Veytaux-Chillon" train station 300 m from the château.
    By bus: line N° 1 from Vevey (25'), Montreux (10') or Villeneuve (5'), stop "Chillon" in front of the castle.
    By boat: landing stage 100 m from the castle, regular trips in high season from Lausanne or Montreux.
Updated on 20 May 2025 at 10:19
by Innovation & Développement Tourisme
(Offer identifier : 5580680)
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