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The Top 10 Castles around Oron

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 10

beautiful castles to choose from around Oron. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Blonay Castle

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Blonay Castle was built in 1175 by Wilhelm II von Blonay and is still inhabited by his descendants today. The oldest part of the complex that still exists is the …

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Château de Montagny

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The Château de Montagny is a wine estate located on the terraces of Lavaux. It overlooks Lake Geneva and offers breathtaking views of the Alps.

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Attalens Castle

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Built in the twelfth century, it was destroyed during the Burgundy War. Rebuilt thereafter, it is, from 1618 to the French invasion of 1798, a seat of a small bailiwick …

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Rue Castle

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Visit the castle, beautiful landscape.

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Moudon Old Town

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Moudon has a pretty old town, through which a stroll worthwhile. Refreshments can be found here as well. The castles Carrouge and Rochefort are especially worth seeing in the small town.

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Trail to the Ruins of Bossonnens

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Take the small jouasse path that goes into the forest just after the 4 piles of wood.

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Swiss Museum of Games (Schloss La Tour-de-Peilz)

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The castle of the Savoy counts on Lake Geneva in La Tour-de-Peilz was rebuilt in 1987 to the Swiss Game Museum. It has been set to the right card.

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Tour de Marsens

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The "Tour de Marsens" is a fortified tower in the Dézaley area of the commune of Puidoux. It dates from the 13th century. You can also see it from the lower hiking trail that leads through Lavaux.

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La Tour-de-Peilz Castle

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The castle was built in the 13th century by the Counts of Savoy and rebuilt several times in the 18th century. The ramparts, two corner towers and the moats remain of the defences. The castle now houses a games museum

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View of Rue

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From here, there is a breathtaking view of the magnificent town of Rue, its castle and the green surroundings.

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The Top 10 Castles around Oron

Blonay Castle

Château de Montagny

Attalens Castle

Rue Castle

Moudon Old Town

Trail to the Ruins of Bossonnens

Swiss Museum of Games (Schloss La Tour-de-Peilz)

Tour de Marsens

La Tour-de-Peilz Castle

View of Rue

Most popular routes around Oron

Most popular attractions around Oron

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