Coppet Castle

Coppet Castle is a stone fortress situated on elevated ground near Lake Geneva. The building features a south-facing facade with architectural elements spanning several periods, surrounded by gardens and outbuildings that complete the complex.

The castle was built in the 13th century and later became the residence of Jacques Necker, minister to King Louis XVI of France. In the early 1800s, it became home to Necker's daughter, who transformed it into an intellectual center.

The castle served as a gathering place for European thinkers and writers who came to exchange ideas. The rooms still reflect the spirit of these intellectual meetings that shaped the thinking of the era.

The castle is open to visitors from April through October, afternoons on Tuesday through Sunday, with regular guided tours offered. Wear comfortable shoes, as both interior rooms and outdoor grounds are part of the visit.

The castle has remained in the same family's hands for nine generations, preserving original furniture, art collections, and documents from the Napoleonic Wars period. These special objects give visitors a glimpse into the family's daily life during a turbulent historical era.

Location: Coppet

Location: Nyon District

Location: canton Vaud

Elevation above the sea: 388 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Coppet

Address: Rue de la Gare 2, 1296 Coppet

GPS coordinates: 46.31706,6.19194

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42