The castles

Between history and legends, fortresses of timeless charm

Haute-Savoie is brimming with remarkably well-preserved châteaux that bear witness to its rich past between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Perched on hilltops or nestling in magnificent natural settings, these monuments offer a journey back in time through the stories of illustrious families and historic events. Open to the public or enlivened by cultural events, they invite visitors to discover a living heritage of architecture, art and captivating stories.

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Bonneville, a city to discover

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The Castle of Faucigny

Overlooking the Arve Valley, the ruins of Faucigny Castle bear witness to the power of the Lords of Faucigny from the 11th to the 14th century. Visito...

Faucigny

Duingt and its three castles

Château de Duingt, on the peninsula, is literally in the heart of Lake Annecy. Built in the 13th century, Châteauvieux was originally built on an isla...

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De la Croix Castle

Scionzier is home to a 12th-century fortified castle, several parts of which are listed as historic monuments. The history of this castle is closely l...

Scionzier

Saint-Gingolph Castle

The Château de Saint-Gingolph, built between 1585 and 1588, and its outbuilding (Maison des Sœurs or Maison de Rivaz-de-Nucé), both listed as cultural...

Saint-Gingolph

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