Castles and Forts in Switzerland

With over 500 castles and forts scattered throughout Switzerland, there is a wealth of architectural heritage to be explored and admired. Nestled in the mountains, dominating the valleys, or perched on lakeshores, they offer a fascinating glimpse into the country's medieval past. While some castles are privately owned, many can be visited by the public. The majority also house museums, art collections, and other cultural exhibitions.

Château de La Sarraz
La Sarraz
11th century
Schloss Lenzburg
Lenzburg
11th century
Château de Chillon
Montreux
12th century
Château de Valangin
Valangin
12th century
Schloss Thun
Thun
1180 - 1190
Schloss Spiez
Spiez
1200
Castelgrande
Bellinzona
1250, latest renovations 1984-1991
Yverdon-les-Bains Castle
Yverdon-les-Bains
1258-1265
Château de Gruyères
Gruyères
1270
Schloss Wildegg
Möriken-Wildegg
13th century
Château de Grandson
Grandson
13th century
Schloss Oberhofen
Oberhofen am Thunersee
13th century
Château de Vullierens
Vullierens
1706 - 1712
Palazzo Castelmur
Stampa, Val Bregaglia
1723
Château de Prangins
Prangins
1732, museum since 1998
Schloss Hünegg
Hilterfingen
1861 - 1863, renovated 1899
Schloss Meggenhorn
Meggen
1868 - 1870
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