Castle of the counts of Gruyères
Castle of the counts of Gruyères, Medieval castle in Gruyères, Switzerland.
A stone fortress with square layout stands on a hilltop at 830 meters elevation, featuring corner turrets and a central defensive tower.
The counts of Gruyères constructed this stronghold between 1270 and 1282, following the military design principles of the House of Savoy.
Three capes from the Order of the Golden Fleece, captured during the Battle of Morat in 1476, form part of the permanent collection.
Visitors can explore the castle using a free paper guide in 12 languages or download an enhanced reality audioguide in French, German, and English.
Artists from France and Geneva created landscape paintings during their residence in the castle, including works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and Barthélemy Menn.
Location: Gruyères
Inception: 1270
Elevation above the sea: 830 m
Part of: list of cultural properties in Gruyères
Address: Rue du Château 8, 10, 10a-10h, 1663 Gruyères 1663
Website: https://chateau-gruyeres.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.58466,7.08399
Latest update: May 29, 2025 12:15
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