Chillon Castle Ticket

Chillon Castle stands out as one of the most breathtaking fortifications in Switzerland. With this entry ticket, you can leisurely explore the various rooms of this impressive bastion situated along the banks of Lake Geneva.

Why visit Chillon Castle?

Positioned in Veytaux, Chillon Castle is considered one of the key attractions in the Swiss canton of Vaud.

Your ticket grants you access to an English guide, enabling you to thoroughly navigate the 36 rooms of the fortress at your own pace, ensuring you don’t overlook any details. Within certain areas, you can also enjoy brief video projections lasting only 6 minutes that narrate the rich history of this renowned Swiss stronghold.

A visit would be incomplete without exploring the dungeons of Chillon Castle, whose design evokes the grandeur of 13th-century Gothic cathedrals. In 1290, Peter II of Savoy, famously known as Little Charlemagne, commissioned the construction of a prison within this subterranean section of the castle.

While you wander through the castle, you will uncover intriguing facts, particularly about its placement on an oval limestone outcrop that extends into Lake Geneva. You will also encounter various legends of Chillon Castle, including those associated with a famous poem penned by Lord Byron.

A map detailing the different rooms of the castle can be consulted via the following link:

Chillon Castle map

Opening hours

Chillon Castle welcomes visitors daily during the following hours:

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

Be aware that these hours may vary and are subject to changes.

Reduced rate admission

When booking, you have the option to choose a reduced-rate ticket. This discount is applicable specifically for students, apprentices, seniors over 60, disability insurance recipients, and Swiss military personnel in uniform. Proof of eligibility must be presented by all qualifying visitors.