Saint-Maurice Castle

Saint-Maurice Castle is a stone fortress positioned strategically along the Rhône River, controlling the narrow gorge entrance to central Valais. The structure was built with bastions and thick walls to protect this important passage route.

Construction of the castle began in the late 15th century and was expanded through extensive fortification work in the early 16th century. These additions made it a modern military fortification for its time.

Since 2005, the castle functions as an exhibition space showcasing visual storytelling and drawing arts through temporary displays and collections. The rooms present changing artistic perspectives and invite visitors to discover contemporary works.

The castle is open from April through November and provides access to various rooms and exhibitions. Note that the internal layout is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Embedded in the wine cellar wall is a Roman artifact called a cippe, connecting the site to its ancient past as a temple of Jupiter. This fragment shows that people valued this strategic location since ancient times.

Location: Saint-Maurice

Location: Valais

Part of: list of cultural properties in Saint-Maurice

Address: Route du Chablais, 1890 Saint-Maurice

GPS coordinates: 46.22338,7.00291

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:20