Swiss castles & fortresses
08.05.2024
Join us on a journey of discovery through our land, where medieval castles sit picturesquely on hills and where palaces are found nestled by the lake sides.
You probably know the Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva. But have you ever heard about the castles below? Let us introduce you to 6 out of the 30 castles and palaces from the «Swiss Castles» association.
1) Castles in French-speaking Switzerland
Château d'Yverdon - a fairytale-like castle in the city
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Château de Gruyères - tales and legends
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Our suggested hotels in French-speaking Switzerland
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Hôtel la Prairie****
The Hotel la Prairie is located in a beautiful park in the centre of Yverdon. Look forward to delicacies and exquisite wines in the restaurant «La Terrasse» (14 GaultMillau points).
Hotel Rallye***Superior
The Hotel Rallye is a 3-star superior hotel with 49 rooms, located in the centre of Bulle. It is easily accessible, only 15 minutes away from the Château de Gruyères.
2) Castles & palaces in Bern
Burgdorf Castle - a unique cabinet of curiosities
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Oberhofen Castle - pure magic by Lake Thun
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The castle complex includes the «Restaurant Schloss Oberhofen», a great place to enjoy delicious dishes with a wonderful view of Lake Thun.
Our suggested hotels in Bern
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Stadthaus****
The Boutique Hotel Stadthaus is just a short walk from Burgdorf Castle. It’s where History meets excellent gastronomy.
Hotel und Restaurant Chartreuse***
The Hotel Chartreuse on Lake Thun festures 19 romantic rooms and the finest Italian cuisine in the «Osteria da Pasquale».
3) Castles & palaces in Aargau
Lenzburg Castle - Of knights and dragons
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Wildegg Castle - Baroque castle and garden experience
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Our suggested hotels in Aargau
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Mercure Lenzburg Krone****
At the foot of the castle hill stands the traditional Mercure Lenzburg Krone, which originally opened in 1750 under the name «Gasthaus Krone».
Centurion Swiss Quality Towerhotel
The Centurion Swiss Quality Towerhotel offers 66 ultra-modern rooms and a trendy grill and steak restaurant right next to Brugg railway station.
We hope you enjoy discovering these wonderful monuments!
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