Château de Chillon
Switzerland's island castle on Lake Geneva, with round towers and lakeside halls
- Switzerland
- Vaud
- 12th century
- Medieval
- island castle
Chillon grew on a small rock island at the edge of Lake Geneva, with most of its towers and halls built in the 12th and 13th centuries. The Savoy fortress guards the lakeshore road beneath the Alps.
Construction: 12th–13th centuries
Frequently asked questions
- When was Château de Chillon built?
- Château de Chillon was built mainly in the 12th century. Full construction span: 12th–13th centuries.
- Where is Château de Chillon?
- Château de Chillon is in Veytaux, Switzerland (around 46.41°, 6.93°).
- What kind of castle is Château de Chillon?
- Château de Chillon is a island castle in the Medieval style. Switzerland's island castle on Lake Geneva, with round towers and lakeside halls.