We took a boat as our transportation to get here. We did a tour & the place is big and beautiful…read more It is filled with so much history and they have their own wine that they make from their vineyard. They have huge fireplaces that you don't see anymore and all the artwork on the walls are hand painted & well preserved. Definitely grab a bottle of their wine to try from the gift shop.

Great place to explore during your travels to Montreux. There are 2 ways to get there, bus and…read moreboat. We loved going on the boat due to scenic route. Also, if you have Swiss pass, admission to castle and boat are covered!

A picturesque castle on a breathtaking Swiss background was built mainly between the 12th and 15th…read morecentury. There is a museum inside which unfortunately I did not have chance to visit. Everyone can walk into the courtyard and relax in the little park behind the castle walls without having to buy a ticket to enjoy great views while relaxing on one of the benches in the romantic alleys.

If you love wine and castles, this chateau is a must visit! It's a bit of a walk from the Aigle…read moretrain station but the train to Les Diablerets also stops here. If you're going to any of the mountain towns nearby like Leysin or Villars, you'll definitely see this beautiful castle when looking down from the road or the train. After staying in Leysin for a week and seeing this castle from the train everyday, I decided to satiate my curiosity and visit. Although the castle overlooks a bunch of vineyards in the immediate area, you'll learn that it wasn't always the case, especially after more than a few centuries into the past and the rich history that accompanied the transformation. After your tour, you can enjoy some local wine in the restaurant or purchase some from the gift shop. They have a brochure in English as well as many other languages if you can't read French.

We went today, picked the brochure in English and headed out on our own. Every floor is open to…read moreyou, climbed up the Keep, around the perimeter wall and watched movies and hands on exhibits in French. It was delightful. The view of the vineyards and valley is awesome. Cost for adults is 11 Swiss Francs. The gift shop has wine for purchase from Aigle

The castle sits dramatically above the charming medieval village of Gruyères, and just walking up…read moreto it feels magical. The cobblestone streets, the preserved old buildings, and then the castle rising at the top -- all like something out of a postcard. We didn't go inside, but wandering around the exterior and the surrounding grounds was more than enough to make the stop memorable. The views of the rolling green hills and mountains are stunning, especially on a clear day. There are plenty of spots to take photos, and the scenery alone makes it worth the climb. The area around the castle is peaceful and beautifully maintained, perfect for a relaxed stroll. Even if you're short on time or just passing through for cheese and chocolate, stopping to admire the château from the outside is a must.

Just a short walk up hill from the train station you will find a little city with shops,…read morerestaurants. Then just a bit up the hill you will find this beautiful castle with amazing views.. 13CHF to get in but it's worth it. Keep in mind to wear comfortable shoes if you're not used to walking up hill in cobble stone.

Stopped here on a drive from Beaune to Lucerne - about midway through the trip. Pretty facade and…read moreyou get a guided tour (albeit in French, so make sure to grab the paper guide at the entrance station). Tour takes about 1.25-1.5 hours, but was actually quite interesting as you hear the whole history of the fort/castle over the centuries. Also, very interesting history related to the American/Haitian slave trade and imprisonment of a major leader of the uprisings by Napoleon. By far the coolest thing was near the end of the tour when the guide drops water to the bottom of a well (in complete darkness) and it takes several seconds for it to hit - unique and awesome experience!