Aigle

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Shortened history of the castle:

The Castle of Aigle (eagle in french) was built in the late twelfth century by the family of Saillon. At the beginning, the castle consisted essentially of a square tower.

The castle served to stop troops from Italy via the Great St. Bernard, the armies then went north to Savoy. The new occupants will then give it its present appearance by rebuilding in 1489, they destroy a round tower and replace it with a square tower.

Surrounded by vineyards, the castle houses the cellars of confederate but also a prison, a role he held until 1972.In 1804, the town of Eagle acquires and converts it into an administrative building and health. He served as a hospital until 1832 but also the court.

The Museum of Vine and Wine was established in 1971 by the Brotherhood of Guillon in order to save the local winemaking heritage. A total of 17 rooms enhold thousands of items related to viticulture and wine making, for example a press of 1706, but also stills, bottles, corks, wine tasters, glasses and decanters.

Opening time and additionnal information:

The castle is opened from the 21st of March until the 31st of October, from Tuesday to Sunday and from 11am to 6pm (open on Easter Monday and Pentecôte)

Entrance price:
Adults - 11 CHF
Students - 9 CHF
Children (6-16): 5 CHF
Family - 18 CHF
Groups (from 10 visitors) - 7 CHF

Guided visit + Appetizer (3 wine tastings + 1 souvenir wine glass to take away) - 23 CHF per person + 80 CHF for the guide.

Email : info@chateauaigle.ch