Rouelbeau Castle Ruins

Meinier, Switzerland

First wooden Rouelbeau Castle was built in 1318 by the lords of Faucigny.  It was rebuilt as a stone castle probably between 1339 and 1355 whose ruins appear still today.

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Founded: 1318
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Switzerland

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no to (5 years ago)
Castle of Leherbaux. Although the building has been lost, the remains are well preserved, and the moat is clearly in good condition. The information was also comprehensive (although I couldn't read it because it was only in French). You can get to the bus stop in about an hour by changing buses from central Geneva. It takes about 5 to 8 minutes on foot to arrive.
Gnap Miaou (6 years ago)
Arguably the best ballad in Geneva, lots of paths and places to be seen (natural and historical spots) with no cars or roads anywhere close. Nature sound ftw
Shantijn (6 years ago)
Ruine inconnue du grand public, un vrai trésor caché. Le site internet du lieu proposé une visite virtuelle du château à travers les âges, qui complète très bien la visite sur site. Belle nature sauvage qui s'est installée autour de la ruine.
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