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Château de Gruyères

Château de Gruyères is a historic castle and museum located in the medieval town of Gruyères in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. The medieval fortress, built in the 13th century, was successively home to the Counts of Gruyère, the bailiffs of Fribourg and the Geneva Bovy and Balland families before being opened to the public in 1939. Visitors can explore eight centuries of history through furnished rooms, collections of furniture, objects and artworks from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, as well as a French-style garden. The castle also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Lockers: True
  • Pushchair accessible: False
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Castle
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Open daily from 9 am to 6 pm from April to October and from 10 am to 5 pm from November to March, including Christmas and New Year's Day.
Monday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Tuesday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Wednesday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Thursday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Friday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Saturday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)
Sunday
09:00-18:00 (April - October)

Admission fees

13 CHF
Adult admission
9 CHF
Senior admission
9 CHF
Student admission
5 CHF
Child admission
29 CHF
Family admission
9 CHF
Group admission

Contact

Webpage
chateau-gruyeres.ch
Email
info@chateau-gruyeres.ch
Address
Rue du Château 8, 1663 Gruyères

Access

Nearby stops

  • Gruyères, ville450 meters walking distance
  • Gruyères, gare1050 meters walking distance
  • Epagny, centre1200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lausanne
1h 18m
Bern
1h 24m
Thun
1h 54m
Olten
2h 0m
Martigny
2h 4m

FAQ

  • Are photos allowed inside the castle?
    Yes, photographs without flash and without a tripod are allowed inside the castle for private use only. Commercial use of images is strictly prohibited.
  • Are animals allowed at the castle?
    No, animals are not allowed within the castle grounds, even on a leash or in a bag, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs.
  • Can I visit the castle with a stroller or baby carrier?
    No, the castle is not accessible to strollers, and baby carriers are prohibited inside for safety reasons. Strollers can be left at the reception, and lockers are available for personal belongings.
  • Are guided tours available and how do I book them?
    Yes, various guided tours and activities are offered for groups of up to 20 people, but they must be reserved in advance. Guided tours cannot be booked on site.
  • Is there a special visit for children?
    Yes, children can discover the castle through age-appropriate supports: the Chalamala trail (from 6 years) and the Bestiaire du Château (from 3 years), both available free of charge for self-guided visits.