Château de Chillon

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Château de Chillon is a medieval castle located on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland. The castle is near the town of Montreux, at the eastern end of the lake. It sits on a rocky island, making it a "water castle" that was historically used to control a strategic trade route.
Location: The castle is situated in the canton of Vaud, on the Swiss Riviera.
History: It was owned by the House of Savoy for centuries before being conquered by the Bernese in the 16th century. It later came under the ownership of the canton of Vaud.

Post by potatogal | Oct 22, 2025