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Castles and Palaces

Explore the architectural heritage of the Geneva region through its defensive towers, stately manor houses, and military archives. This selection ranges from the 13th-century stone tower of Hermance to the 18th-century estates of Céligny. Key sites include the Compesières Commandry, a primary seat for the Order of Malta, and the Château de Tournay, once owned by Voltaire. These landmarks illustrate the area's history as a strategic military hub and a center for European nobility.

Old Arsenal

Former military arsenal. This beautiful historical building now serves as state archives.

Compesières Commandry

The Compesières Commandry is the main Commandry of the Order of Malta in the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland.

Château de Crans

Château de Crans is a manor house in the municipality of Crans in the Canton of Vaud in Switzerland.

Domaine de Garengo

18th-century manor house in Céligny, recognized as a Swiss cultural property of national significance.

Domaine de l’Elysée

18th-century manor house and estate located in the Genevan enclave of Céligny.

Château de Collex

Private 18th-century castle featuring classic architecture and surrounding agricultural land.

Château de Tournay

12th-century castle rebuilt in the 16th century, notable for its association with Voltaire who once owned the estate.

La Tour d'Hermance

13th-century cylindrical stone tower, the last standing remnant of a fortress built by the Counts of Geneva.

Château de Bossey

18th-century manor house and estate that serves as the headquarters for the Ecumenical Institute.