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Chillon Castle Entrance Ticket in Montreux: A Medieval Experience Amidst Swiss Mountains and Lake
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254 Ratings
Veytaux
Step into a medieval world at Chillon Castle in Montreux. Explore the fortress, enjoy costumed tours or audio guides, and experience exhibitions and concerts. Donāt miss this Swiss gem!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Chateau de Chillon - Discover a medieval gem nestled in an exceptional panorama between Swiss mountains and lake and enjoy a memorable experience. The romantic-meets-authentic visits are made to measure: come on your own, as a couple, or in a group; choose from an audio guide or explore the fortress at your own pace. Our quirky castle trail and touch-screen videos will take you back in time to the era of the Dukes of Savoy. The most visited historical monument in Switzerland hosts exhibitions, shows and concerts all year round. Itās a must see!
What's Included
- Brochures available in multiple languages including Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
What's Not Included
- Public transport and parking availalbe nearby
- Rest area with automatic beverage distributors inside the castle
- Snack bar and picnic area outside
- CafƩ Byron (breakfast, lunch, coffee break) available in front of the castle
Additional Information
Welcome to the stunning Chillon Castle!
This historical marvel is situated amidst an extraordinary landscape made up by the Swiss mountains and lake. Traverse the castleās drawbridge and immerse yourself in a scene that has been a muse to renowned artists, promising an unforgettable journey. Our tours, a balance of romance and authenticity, are tailored to meet individual needs: visit solo, with a partner, or in groups; opt for a dressed up guide, audio guidance, or independently discover the stronghold.
Our unique castle journey, complemented by touch-screen videos, will transport you to the times of the Dukes of Savoy. Chillon Castle can also host private events offering experiences such as candlelit dinners, birthday celebrations, or even a guided tour featuring wine tasting.
As Switzerlandās biggest tourist attraction, the monument presents exhibitions, performances, and concerts throughout the year. It is a sight you canāt afford to miss!
- CafƩ Byron, perfect place for a tasty pit-stop at 50m
- The castle is NOT adapted for wheelchairs. However, 2 audiovisual terminals with 8 short-films about the castleās history are at disposal of the less mobile visitors in the cafeteria.
- Baby-changing table available.
- Strollers prohibited : to visit the castle, please leave your stroller in the cafeteria (unsupervised) and prefer baby-carriers.
- Limited number of berths in front of the castle for private vessels. (depth of water shallow).
- Pets are not admitted in the Castle. However, places are reserved for them at the entrance .
- Dress code required by our regulations: entry refused to anyone who arrives topless, in bathing suits and/or bare feet.
- Public Baggage lockers
Location
Chateau de Chillon
avenue de Chillon 21,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(254 Ratings)
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Thomas_s
Sep 27, 2024
Great day out . - Great castle . Headphones a must for the tour. Nice cafe serving a good range of food and drinks . Bus stop right outside if travelling from Montreux.
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63liviau
Aug 7, 2024
Castle of the Middle Ages - Castle with ancient origins. Well renovated and therefore you can visit in full from the dungeons to the keep. It is situated in a beautiful location on a rock on the lake. In my opinion it is one of the well preserved medieval castles. Audio Guide Recommendation .Congratulations to the organization.
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Aaron_r
Jul 31, 2024
Great Castle to visit in Montreux - This is a great seaside castle to explore. It doesn't look like it would be that big from the outside, but it has a lot to explore. I couldn't imagine running though the halls to defend the keep from intruders wearing a full chain mail and suit of armor. It was a cool experience, and it has been very well maintained.
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Clarissa
Jul 11, 2024
Great Little Castle! - Our favorite castle on our trip! Looks quaint on the outside, but was surprisingly big inside. There was plenty to see and experience. Many different rooms. Took our family of four 90 mins to walk through. Definitely could have spent longer, but our son is not a fan of lingering and taking in all the details. We went in the morning at about 10am and there were no crowds. Definitely a must see!
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Ps00011
Jul 10, 2024
Excellent castle and free with Swisspass - We have the swiss flexi pass and saw this was included. It was a great thing to do! This castle is extremely well maintained. You can walk through many levels. There are great signs that explain each room....and the castle is complete with a torture chamber. :) Scary though, but a really fascinating look at history. I thought we would do a quick walk through but we ended up spending a couple hours. Very worthwhile and you cannot find a more ideal setting!
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731joep
Jul 6, 2024
Castle - Great castle to do if youāre near the area, in Montreux or near Lausanne. This was 1 of the cooler castles Iāve been to. Described the rooms youāre in and is on water.
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Merelyf
Sep 17, 2024
Cool castle in an excellent location. - A decent sized castle on the shores of Lake Geneva. The location is very beautiful. They allow you to walk thru some of the rooms in the castle that give you some historical understanding of the castle and its owners. It is free with the Swiss pass.
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Gaƫtan
Aug 22, 2024
A true plunge into the Middle Ages - The place is wonderful, the castle breathtaking. Visiting the different rooms allows you to see life at different periods, interesting models, panels for children but also the oldest.
Only one downside, the Audio Guide which has my sense brings little to the visit.
If you pass in the area it is to do!
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Sherpa49111968632
Aug 18, 2024
Great castle where there is much to discover. - We took part in a free and very interesting German-speaking tour. Duration approx. 50min. After that we explored the castle again over 1h on our own. It's great that you can move freely almost anywhere. On-site parking is limited and during rush hour it is difficult to get a parking space, so allow a bit more time if you have booked a guided tour. In fine weather you can also explore the shore nicely. Our kids 6+11 thought it was great.
The Online Booking Referral worked perfectly. šš½
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Barryhh2324si
Jul 14, 2024
Amazing history. - The history of the Chillon Castle is amazing. Be sure to get the audio for the best experience. Get the feel of how people lived in that era. The views from the castle are beautiful.. Walking through is on multiple levels and on different surfaces. Not handicap assessable but this 78 year old loved it!
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