Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard

Inhabited by the same family since the 11th century and built between the 11th and 19th 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.
Route du Château 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard

Infos

Schedules

From 05/04 to 30/04/2024, every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday between 1 pm and 5 pm. From 01/05 to 30/06/2024, every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday between 1 pm and 6 pm. From 01/07 to 31/08/2024, daily between 10 am and 7 pm. Evening tours on Wednesdays from 17/07 to 21/08 Dramatised tours every weekend and public holidays. From 01/09 to 30/09/2024, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1 pm and 5 pm. From 01/10 to 11/11/2024, every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday between 1 pm and 5 pm.

Prices

Adult: 11 € Child: 6 €. Free entry for children < 5 years. Garden and viewpoint : 3 €.

Means of payment

Bank/credit card, Cash, Travellers Cheque

Languages

English, French

Photo gallery

Services

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

Address

Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Route du Château Menthon-Saint-Bernard

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