Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard

/ 521 route du col de Bluffy 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Inhabited by the same family since the 11th century and built between the 12th and 20th centuries, it still contains its rich variety of furniture and period decoration. Nestled on a rocky outcrop, it offers a sublime view of the lake and the landscape.
In the 12th century, the castle had only three high square towers linked by sentry walks and a large courtyard where the villagers found refuge in times of trouble.

During the Renaissance, the austere castle was transformed into a place of residence. Then, at the end of the 18th century, a facade was built, opening up a view of the lake.

Then, at the end of the 19th century, under the impetus of the great-grandfather of the current owners, René de Menthon, the castle began its great metamorphosis towards that romantic subtlety which makes up its charm and even its mystery...

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Schedules

From 01/04 to 12/11/2026 daily. April, May, June, September, October, November 2 to 12: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm (last admission 5:30 pm). July, August, September 1 to 6 inclusive: daily 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (last admission 6:30 pm). Special opening hours: Easter vacations, April 03 to 26 inclusive: daily from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm (last admission 5:30 pm). All Saints' Day vacations from October 17 to November 1 inclusive: daily from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm (last admission 5:30 pm).

Prices

Adult: 12 € Child: 6 € Group adults: 10 € Group children: 5 €. Free entry for children under 5. Garden and viewpoint : 3 €.

Means of payment

Bank/credit card, Cash, Connect Travellers Cheque, Travellers Cheque

Languages

English, French

Photo gallery

Services

  • Restaurant
  • Coach parking
  • Parking nearby
  • Meeting room
  • Car park
  • Sustainable development
  • Rain water collectors
  • Waste management
  • Play area
  • Orientation board
  • Toilets
  • Coach access
  • Room hire
  • Themed tour
  • Shop
  • Set down on-site for groups
  • Tourist brochures
  • Tourist information
  • Guided tours

Address

Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard
521 route du col de Bluffy Menthon-Saint-Bernard

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