Grandson Castle
Grandson, VD
Grandson Castle, a medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel with over a thousand years of history, was at the heart of the Burgundian Wars during the Battle of Grandson (1476) between Charles the Bold and the Confederates.
Temporary closure
Grandson Castle is currently closed to the public for extensive heritage restoration work.
This historic monument of national importance is undergoing major renovation work that will offer visitors a completely new experience from March 2026. The castle will then inaugurate a new museum and completely redesigned exhibition and reception areas.
The reopening will coincide with the 550th anniversary commemorations of the battles of Grandson and Morat. A programme of festivities is planned throughout 2026 to mark these historic events.
Reopening scheduled for March 2026.
Grandson Castle is currently closed to the public for extensive heritage restoration work.
Reopening scheduled for March 2026.
Guided tour
| Adults | CHF 10 |
| Children and young people (6 - 18 years) | CHF 5 |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children aged 6 and over) | CHF 20 |
| AHV, IV, ALV, students, apprentices, military in uniform | CHF 8 |
Free of charge
| Accompanying persons IV and schools |
| Residents of Grandson |
| Swiss Museum Pass |
| Members of VMS, ICOM and AACG |
| Raiffeisen card |
| Persons with an S, N, B permit (as a refugee), F permit (as a refugee) or a confirmation of departure date |
Grandson Castle is currently closed to the public for extensive heritage restoration work.
Reopening scheduled for March 2026.
Café Le Châtelet has been closed since 22 September 2024, and will reopen once the restoration work is complete in 2026.
Visit the reception pavilion on the place du château, which was built exclusively from wood, straw, earth and recycled materials! Here, you will also find the temporary exhibition on the construction site and professions relating to restoration. Admission is free.
In the town of Grandson, the Romanesque church of St. John the Baptist (12th century) and the Maison des Terroirs, with fine products from the region, are just a 5-minute walk from the castle.
Discover the Yverdon-les-Bains region, situated between the Jura and Lake Neuchâtel, where many cultural, sporting and gastronomic experiences and much more await you!
Accommodation
Hotels, B&B and campsites: Grandson and the Yverdon-les-Bains region offer numerous accommodation options to suit every taste and budget!
Arrival
Château de Grandson
Place du Château 12
1422 Grandson
By bus
Lines 625, 630, 635, “Grandson, place du Château” stop
By train and on foot
7 minutes from Grandson SBB station
By bike
Public bicycle parking available
By car
Castle carpark nearby, limited spaces.
Public carpark at the place du château and at the chemin du Lac.
Arrival with Google Maps