Tower of Gourze, Medieval lookout tower in Bourg-en-Lavaux, Switzerland
The stone tower rises 9 meters high on Mont de Gourze, providing extensive views over Lake Geneva and the surrounding Swiss landscapes.
First mentioned in documents from 1279 as Castrum Gurzi, the tower underwent reconstruction in 1397 under Bishop Guillaume de Menthonay's direction.
The structure represents a Swiss cultural property of class B significance, reflecting the architectural methods and defensive needs of medieval Vaud.
Visitors can climb internal stairs to reach the observation platform, with a restaurant specializing in fondue located near the tower entrance.
A geodetic reference pyramid installed on the western corner in 1902 served Swiss national measurements until GPS technology arrived in 2006.
Location: Bourg-en-Lavaux
Location: canton Vaud
Address: En Gourze, Riex
GPS coordinates: 46.51101,6.74079
Latest update: March 24, 2025 06:37
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