Gruyères Castle, Medieval castle in Gruyères, Switzerland
The castle sits on a hill in Fribourg's Alpine foothills, featuring a square layout with defensive towers and stone galleries adorned with wide windows.
The fortress served as residence for the Counts of Gruyères from the 13th century until 1554, when Count Michel declared bankruptcy and lost the property.
The castle museum displays three capes from the Order of the Golden Fleece, captured during the Battle of Morat in 1476 against Charles the Bold.
The castle offers guided tours in multiple languages, with admission prices ranging from 5 CHF for children to 13 CHF for adults.
During the 19th century, the Bovy family transformed the castle into an artists' residence, hosting painters, sculptors, writers, and musicians.
Location: Gruyères
GPS coordinates: 49.71150,4.60347
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:01
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