Château d'Ouchy, Neo-gothic castle and hotel near Lake Geneva in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Description
Château d'Ouchy is a neo-gothic castle with a stone tower situated on the waterfront of Lake Geneva in Lausanne. The building holds 50 rooms across seven floors and houses hotel accommodations, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and wellness facilities.
History
The building was originally constructed as a tower by the Bishop of Lausanne in 1170. Between 1889 and 1893, it underwent a complete rebuilding in neo-gothic style under the direction of Jean-Jacques Mercier.
Culture
The castle sits prominently along the waterfront and shapes the architectural character of Lausanne through its gothic style. Visitors can observe the historical details that connect this building to the city's past.
Practical
The castle sits directly on the lakeshore and is easily accessible on foot from the city center. Bear in mind that this is an active hotel, so access to certain areas may be restricted to guests.
Did you know?
A plaque on the building marks where delegates stayed during negotiations for the 1923 Treaty of Lausanne. This connection to diplomatic history gives the castle a role in international events beyond its architectural importance.
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