Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard

  • Historic site and monument
  • Castle
521 route du col de Bluffy, 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Inhabited by the same family since the 11th century and built between the 12th and 20th centuries, it still contains its rich variety of furniture and period decoration. Nestled on a rocky outcrop, it offers a sublime view of the lake and the landscape.
In the 12th century, the castle had only three high square towers linked by sentry walks and a large courtyard where the villagers found refuge in times of trouble.

During the Renaissance, the austere castle was transformed into a place of residence. Then, at the end of the 18th century, a facade was built, opening up a view of the lake.

Then, at the end of the 19th century, under the impetus of the great-grandfather of the current owners, René de Menthon, the castle began its great metamorphosis towards that romantic subtlety which makes up its charm and even its mystery...
In the 12th century, the castle had only three high square towers linked by sentry walks and a large courtyard where the villagers found refuge in times of trouble.

During the Renaissance, the austere castle was transformed into a place of residence. Then, at the end of the 18th century, a facade was built, opening up a view of the lake.

Then, at the end of the 19th century, under the impetus of the great-grandfather of the current owners, René de Menthon, the castle began its great...
  • Sustainable tourism
    In the heart of nature, between the lake and the mountains, the château is part of a natural estate that it aims to preserve. Since 2018, a permaculture vegetable garden has been developed and the biodynamic vines have been replanted on the flanc de colline.

    In addition, a cycle of conferences on these themes is being organised.

Services

Services

Mentally impaired
Restaurant
bus parking
Parking nearby
Meeting room
Car park
Sustainable development
Rain water collectors
Waste management
Playground
Orientation board
Toilets

Rates

Rates

Rates 2025

Rates 2025
Adult
12€

Child rate
6€

Adult group
From 10€ to 250€

Children's group
5€

Garden and viewpoint : 3 €

Payment methods

Payment methods

Payment methods

CashCash
Credit cardCredit card

Openings

Openings

Monday
13:00 - 17:00

Tuesday
13:00 - 17:00

Wednesday
13:00 - 17:00

Thursday
13:00 - 17:00

Friday
13:00 - 17:00

Saturday
13:00 - 17:00

Sunday
13:00 - 17:00

Location

Location

Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard
521 route du col de Bluffy, 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • View onto lake, body of water, river, canal
  • Mountain view
  • In the country
Updated on 17 April 2025 at 15:19
by Office de Tourisme du Lac d'Annecy
(Offer identifier : 47260)
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