Monthey Castle

Monthey, Switzerland

Monthey Castle was built in the early 15th century by Duke of Savoy. It was damaged by fire in 1607. Today Monthay castle is a museum.

Address

Rue du Château 18, Monthey, Switzerland

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Switzerland

Rating

3.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Philippe MIGNOT (8 months ago)
NOTICE TO ALL !!!!! DON'T THROW AWAY OLD "THINGS" WITHOUT TELLING A LEADER, MANY TOO MUCH OF OUR HERITAGE IS DESTROYED. thank you! THANK YOU!!!

Ingela de Witte (14 months ago)
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mila p (2 years ago)
It's fantastic.

Dak (2 years ago)
Beautiful

Enola Marietan (2 years ago)
A voir

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