Chillon Castle is at the eastern end of Lake Geneva, near Montreux, Switzerland:
Video Fly Over of the Castle:
Some history of the castle:
Chillon Castle Official Website - History of the Castle
From the Exploring Castles Website:
Chillon Castle: A Fairytale on the Banks of Lake Geneva, Switzerland
The poets Shelley and Byron sailed up Lake Geneva and visited the castle. Byron was inspired to write his famous poem:
We begin our trek through the castle at the main gate at the bottom left of the above plan:
Or enjoy spectacular views from the battlements:
Or explore the famous dungeons that inspired the poet Byron:
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