Chillon Castle Ticket

Chillon Castle is one of the most spectacular fortresses in Switzerland. With this ticket, you'll be able to visit the different rooms of this bastion located on the shores of Lake Geneva at your leisure.

Why visit Chillon Castle?

Located in Veytaux on the shores of Lake Geneva, Chillon Castle is one of the main tourist attractions of the Swiss canton of Vaud. With your ticket, you will receive an English brochure that allows you to explore the 36 rooms of the castle at your leisure. Some rooms feature short projections of 6 minutes detailing the history of the fortification.

During your visit, you can see the dungeons of Chillon Castle, reminiscent of 13th-century Gothic cathedrals, built by Peter II of Savoy in 1290. You will discover curiosities related to its location on an oval limestone rock in Lake Geneva and learn about legends of Chillon Castle, including those inspired by a poem by Lord Byron.

Opening hours

The Chillon Castle is open daily at the following times:

April to September: from 9 am to 7 pm (last access at 6 pm)November to February (closed on January 1 and December 25): from 10 am to 5 pm (last access at 4 pm)March and October: from 9:30 am to 6 pm (last access at 5 pm)

Please note that these hours are flexible and subject to change.

Reduced rate admission

When making your reservation, you can opt for a reduced-rate ticket applicable to students, apprentices, seniors over 60, disability insurance beneficiaries, and Swiss military personnel in uniform, all of whom must show proof of eligibility.