Château de La Sarraz, located in the Vaud region of Switzerland, traces its roots back to a wooden keep, built by Adalberto de Grandson the 11th century. His grandson, Ebal IV, built the first houses in the fortified town. The current castle with its two large towers framing the entrance dates back mostly to the 12th-14th centuries.
The château's strategic location atop a hill offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It underwent several transformations over the centuries, reflecting various architectural styles.
Château de la Sarraz and its park
The castle complex includes a grand courtyard.
entrance to the courtyard
inner courtyard
Unlike many castles, Château de la Sarraz remained continuously inhabited until the 20th century. The richly decorated rooms are now part of the museum. The grand salon features 18th century furniture by Bernese cabinetmaker Matthäus Funk.
grand salon
music room
room
library
library
tower
chapel
Château de La Sarraz holds a unique place in cultural history. In 1927, it was the site of the first independent film congress, attended in particular by Russian filmmaker Sergei Eisenstein. The following year, from June 26 to June 29, 1928, the château hosted the inaugural International Congress of Modern Architecture (CIAM). Notable architects such as Max Ernst Haefeli and Le Corbusier participated, shaping the future of architectural thought and practice.
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