The Top 6 Castles around Draillant
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 6
beautiful castles to choose from around Draillant. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Draillant. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Ripaille Castle
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Originally built as a castle (of which nothing remains), the Château de Ripaille has existed since the end of the 13th or the beginning of the 14th century. It was …
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Bastille Stone of the Château de Thonon
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A stone with a long history...
After the storming of the Bastille in 1789, Palloy, a builder, was tasked with demolishing the famous building.
He proposed to the cities of …
After the storming of the Bastille in 1789, Palloy, a builder, was tasked with demolishing the famous building.
He proposed to the cities of …
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Rocafort Castle
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Rocafort Castle was built in 1050.
It was used to protect the surroundings of Boëge against the enemies of the County of Geneva who wanted to invade the County of Savoie through the passes above Saxel.
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It was used to protect the surroundings of Boëge against the enemies of the County of Geneva who wanted to invade the County of Savoie through the passes above Saxel.
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Châteaux des Allinges
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This place was the residence of Saint Francis de Sales and is still a place of pilgrimage today. Exceptional view of Lake Geneva, the Jura Mountains and the Pre-Alps.
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View of Ballaison Castle and Lake Geneva
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Nice family hike with a magnificent view of the lake and the Dent d'Oche (our favorite mountain). Extensive information boards about the history of the two castles.
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