Penthes château, Castle in Pregny-Chambésy, Switzerland.
Description
Penthes château sits on a nine-hectare estate with landscaped grounds, several pavilions, and conference facilities near Lake Geneva. The property includes the Espace Gallatin for events accommodating up to 250 people and Le Grenier, a venue holding 110 people for performances.
History
The estate's first written record dates to 1358 as a fortified house belonging to Guillaume de Visencier before being transformed into a manor in 1761. This change marked the shift from a defensive structure to a grand residential home.
Culture
The château served as home to the Museum of the Swiss Abroad from 1978 to 2022, displaying exhibitions about how Swiss people and culture spread across the world. Visitors could explore the stories of Swiss communities living beyond their borders.
Practical
The property is accessible by public transportation and provides parking for visitors. The interior spaces can be rented for events, so it is worth checking in advance which areas are open to the public.
Did you know?
The grounds contain an old orchard with rare fruit tree varieties that have been tended for decades. This botanical collection represents an important part of the estate's agricultural heritage.
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