Welcome
Discover this ancient cultural site and make lasting memories, whether you're going solo, as a couple, or with friends and family.
A Swiss icon
An iconic symbol of history and Swiss heritage, this monument has inspired artists and visitors for generations.
Dive into the Middle Ages
Cross the drawbridge and step into history: an exceptional medieval fortress awaits.
The adventure starts here
Come along with friends or family for a unique experience where history, discovery and amazement collide – for children and grown-ups alike!
Plan your visit
Find all the practical information you need to make planning your visit and exploring the local area a breeze.
Our highlights
Check out some of the unmissable cultural curiosities in store for you when you visit the castle!
See some of our favourites!
Plan your day
Find all the information you need to plan your journey to the castle, including timetables, prices, transport and other practical information.
Book your ticket
Book online to explore the castle, take a guided tour or attend an event.
Group trips
Groups of 15 people and above can book a group trip – for companies, organisations and schools. Choose what works best for you from a self-guided or guided tour.
Upcoming events
Throughout the year, the castle hosts over 40 events, from family-friendly entertainment and children’s workshops to themed series for grown-ups in search of adventure...
See our cultural calendar
Services & hire
Learn more about room hire and our other on-site services.
Shopping
Take home a souvenir or a bottle of our Clos de Chillon wine – exclusively available at the castle – and help preserve our monument.
Room hire
Give your guests a timeless experience: our great halls offer an exceptional backdrop to any banquet, for an unforgettable event.
The castle
Dive into the history of the monument and our collections, learn more about our conservation approach and find out all about the Chillon Castle Foundation's mission and sustainable commitments.
History & collections
Discover the 3 historic periods that made Chillon the iconic Swiss heritage site it is today.
Our unmissable rooms
A trip to Chillon is a journey through 1000 years of history, crossing through the prison, the great halls and many other iconic castle locations.
The Foundation's mission
Since 2002, the Foundation has been bringing heritage to life and preserving it for future generations.
FAQs
See our FAQs for any further questions you may have.
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Here are our main prices for individual visitors:
- Adults over 16: 15.00 CHF
- Children under 6: free
- Children aged 6-15: 7.00 CHF
- Concessions: 12.50 CHF
Find all our prices on our opening times and prices page
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Admission tickets can be purchased in advance via our online booking system. They can also be purchased on the day at our castle kiosk.LIEN A FAIRE
Certain workshops or events, such as the Scary Night at the Museum, have limited availability so tickets must be booked online in advance.
Purchasing a ticket online guarantees you a spot for your chosen tour or event. However, it does not give you priority access when you arrive at the castle. Tickets bought online cannot be refunded. More information here.
- November to February: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm)
- April to September: Monday to Sunday, 9am to 7pm (last entry at 6pm)
- March to October: Monday to Sunday, 9:30am to 6pm (last entry at 5pm)
Chillon Castle is open all year round, excluding 1 January and 25 December.
We recommend you allow 1-2 hours for your visit.
Unfortunately, animals are not permitted on castle grounds. Kennels are available in a shaded area near the castle entrance (by the Castle Bazaar).
Assistance dogs for the visually impaired are permitted upon presentation of an assistance dog ID and when wearing an approved harness. Guard dogs, sheepdogs, hunting dogs and therapy dogs are not permitted.
Unfortunately, buggies and pushchairs cannot be used on the visitor trail, due to the number of cobbles, staircases and narrow spaces. Please use baby carriers where possible.
Buggies and pushchairs must be left in the cloakrooms in the cafeteria (room 4, first courtyard).
You can explore Chillon at your own pace, or with a guide in various languages.
For self-paced tours:
- Free brochures: English, French, German, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Czech, Dutch, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai and Ukrainian.
- Chillon app (3.00 CHF to download) available in: English, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish.
- Audioguides (6.00 CHF) available in: English, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish.
For guided tours:
Guided tours are available in English, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish.
See our tour types AJOUTER LIEN
Latest news
Get the latest updates on what's going on at our castle!
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26 October 2026
Neue Sonderausstellung – Relikte der Zukunft
Vom 17. September 2026 bis am 25. April 2027 zeigt das Schloss Chillon Relikte der Zukunft, eine Sonderausstellung in Zusammenarbeit mit der ECAL//University of Art and Design Lausanne.
Die Projekte der Studierenden der Bachelorstudiengänge Grafikdesign, Fotografie und Media & Interaction Design sowie des Masters in Type Design lassen das historische Bauwerk als lebendige Materie für die zukünftige Generation aufleben.
Die Projekte der Studierenden der Bachelorstudiengänge Grafikdesign, Fotografie und Media & Interaction Design sowie des Masters in Type Design lassen das historische Bauwerk als lebendige Materie für die zukünftige Generation aufleben.
26 October 2026
New Temporary Exhibition – Relics of the Future
From 17 September 2026 to 25 April 2027, Chillon Castle will be presenting Relics of the Future, a temporary exhibition created in partnership with ECAL/University of Art and Design Lausanne. Projects by Graphic Design, Photography, Media & Interaction Design Bachelor’s students and Type Design Master’s students transform the historic monument into living material for a new generation.
21 October 2026
Nouvelle exposition temporaire – Reliques du futur
Du 17 septembre 2026 au 25 avril 2027, le château de Chillon présente Reliques du futur, une exposition temporaire réalisée avec l’ECAL/Ecole cantonale d’art de Lausanne. Les projets d’étudiant·e·s des formations Bachelor en Design Graphique, Photographie, Media & Interaction Design et Master Type Design, font du monument historique une matière vivante pour une nouvelle génération.