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Château de Saint-Maurice

The Château de Saint-Maurice in Saint-Maurice, Switzerland, is a 15th-century protected castle that since 2005 has been entirely dedicated to original exhibitions around drawn storytelling (comics, illustration, animation, press and humor drawing). Apart from the Salon des Gouverneurs, it no longer presents any vestiges of its past interior fittings. The castle hosts changing temporary exhibitions and is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Families and Kids

The castle hosts playful, didactic and interactive exhibitions around comics and drawn storytelling, such as the current Lucky Luke exhibition recommended for ages 7 and up. The site is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Castle
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits

Opening hours

From June 29 to August 16, the exhibition is open every day, Monday to Saturday from 11:00 to 17:30 and Sunday from 10:30 to 17:00.
Monday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Tuesday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Wednesday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Thursday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Friday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Saturday
11:00-17:30 (June 29 to August 16)
Sunday
10:30-17:00 (June 29 to August 16)

Contact

Webpage
chateau-stmaurice.ch
Email
accueil@chateau-stmaurice.ch
Address
Rte du Chablais 1, 1890 St-Maurice

Access

Nearby stops

  • St-Maurice VS, Grotte aux Fées150 meters walking distance
  • St-Maurice950 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Martigny
10m
Sion
25m
Lausanne
42m
Brig
1h 1m
Thun
1h 33m

FAQ

  • Is the Château de Saint-Maurice accessible to people with reduced mobility?
    No. Due to its extremely reduced spaces and the absence of an elevator, the castle cannot welcome people with reduced mobility.
  • What does the castle currently present besides its temporary exhibitions?
    Apart from the Salon des Gouverneurs, accessible during your visit, the castle no longer presents any vestiges of its past interior fittings. Its 15th-century architecture is protected.
  • Can I combine my visit to the castle with other nearby attractions?
    Yes. A combined ticket is possible with the archaeological site and treasure of the Abbey of St-Maurice (5 minutes on foot) and with the Grotte aux fées (10 minutes away).
  • What is the recommended age for the current Lucky Luke exhibition?
    The Lucky Luke exhibition is recommended for ages 7 and up.