Chateâu de Chillon @ Lake Geneva

The castle is famous for its location: on a rock on the stones of the Lake Geneva lies the castle Chillon – the rocky Island is only separated from the shore by a 10 meter wide ditch. The water castle is the most visited historic building in switzerland. For almost four centuries, Chillon was the residence and productive customs post of the County of Savoy. Located near by Montreux in Veytaux, has been enthroned on its rocky island since the 12th century, giving the impression of a floating fortress. Regulary, exhibitions and cultural events take place in the most visited historical monument in 🇨🇭land.