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Château de Coppet

Château de Coppet
The Château de Coppet in Coppet, Switzerland, is a historic castle founded around 1280 and later transformed into a classical residence. It was the summer residence of Jacques Necker and his daughter Germaine de Staël, and features a remarkable 'retour d'Egypte' library and a troubadour chapel. The castle is open for guided tours from April to October and hosts various cultural events.

Families and Kids

Children aged 7 to 16 receive a reduced admission. The castle offers guided tours that may be of interest to families, and the historic town of Coppet with its shops is nearby. The website does not describe specific children's activities at the castle.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open from April 1 to October 31, Tuesday to Sunday, from 14:00 to 18:00. Guided tours only.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Wednesday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Thursday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Friday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Saturday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Sunday
14:00-18:00 (April 1 to October 31)

Admission fees

12 CHF
Adult admission
6 CHF
Children aged 7 to 16
8 CHF
Students/AVS/unemployed
8 CHF
Students/AVS/unemployed
10 CHF
Group visits, minimum 10 people

Contact

Webpage
chateaudecoppet.ch
Address
Rue de la gare 2, Case Postale 44, CH-1296 Coppet

Access

Nearby stops

  • Coppet (lac)350 meters walking distance
  • Coppet450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Genève
9m
Lausanne
40m
Martigny
1h 35m
Sion
2h 1m
Neuchâtel
2h 1m

FAQ

  • Are there age restrictions for children visiting the castle?
    Children aged 7 to 16 pay a reduced admission of 6 CHF. The website does not mention any minimum age restriction for visiting the castle.
  • Are the visits guided or can I visit the castle on my own?
    All visits to the castle are guided. The first tour starts around 14:15 and the last one around 17:15.
  • Is there a shop or boutique at the castle?
    Yes, the welcome shop is located in the former kitchens and offers postcards, souvenirs, and books about Jacques Necker and Germaine de Staël. The castle does not have a refreshment stand, but the historic town of Coppet offers shops and restaurants nearby.
  • Can I visit the castle by boat?
    Yes, the lake landing stage on Lake Geneva is a 5-minute walk from the castle. CGN boats stop at Coppet from or towards Nyon, Yvoire and Geneva.

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