Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Menthon-Saint-Bernard

Name: Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Address: Route du Château, Menthon-Saint-Bernard, 74290, France
Telephone: +33 7 81 74 39 72

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Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Menthon-Saint-Bernard

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The Château de Menthon is a medieval castle located in the commune of Menthon-Saint-Bernard, 12 kilometres south of Annecy in the Haute-Savoie department of France. Standing on a 200 metres tall rock, its stone towers loom over Lake Annecy, the Roc de Chère National Nature Reserve, and Menthon-Saint-Bernard. Since 1989, it has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 45°51'50"N, 6°12'13"E

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Route du ChâteauMenthon-Saint-Bernard 74290 France

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+33 7 81 74 39 72

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Nearby attractions include: St. Maurice Church, Château d'Annecy, Lake Annecy, Mont Veyrier.

4.4 miNW
Church
St. Maurice Church, Annecy
112 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the enchanting city of Annecy, France, St. Maurice Church stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and rich history of Catholic architecture. This sacred site, with its serene atmosphere and awe-inspiring design, is a must-visit destination...
4.4 miNW
Modern art exhibits in a historic castle
Château d'Annecy, Annecy
112 min walk • The Château d'Annecy is a restored castle which dominates the old French town of Annecy in the Haute-Savoie département. It was bought by the town, restored and transformed into a museum, le musée-château d'Annecy. The castle is listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1959.
1.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Annecy
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, Lake Annecy is a pristine natural wonder that has captivated visitors for centuries. Known for its crystal-clear waters, which are amongst the cleanest in the world, the lake is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a...
2.7 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mont Veyrier, Annecy
70 min walk • Mont Veyrier is a mountain located in the French Alps, in Haute Savoie. It culminates at 1,291 metres, and dominates the east side of Lake Annecy.
4.4 miNW
History museum, Forts and castles, Historical place
Palais de l'Isle, Annecy
112 min walk • Annecy is the prefecture and largest city of the Haute-Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of Southeastern France. It lies on the northern tip of Lake Annecy, 35 kilometres south of Geneva, Switzerland.
1.8 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Dents de Lanfon
48 min walk • The Dents de Lanfon is a mountain in south-eastern France rising to 1824 m. Situated above Talloires on the east bank of Lac d'Annecy in Haute-Savoie. It is framed by mount Veyrier to the north, and by Le Lanfonnet and La Tournette to the south.
2.2 miS
Forts and castles
Château d'Héré, Duingt
58 min walk • The castle of Héré is an old fortified house, from the end of the XIVth century, which stands on the commune of Duingt in the department of Haute-Savoie in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
1.3 miS
Outdoor activities
Roc de Chère National Nature Reserve, Talloires
35 min walk • The Roc de Chère National Nature Reserve is a major ecologic site in southeastern France. A protected nature reserve since 1977, it covers a small area of 69 hectares. It is located near the commune of Talloires, on the eastern bank of Lake Annecy at an elevation of 448 metres.
4.3 miNW
Park
Le Pâquier, Annecy
110 min walk • The Pâquier or Champ de Mars is a vast landscaped promenade of seven and a half hectares in the commune of Annecy located on the shores of Lake Annecy and offering one of the most beautiful perspectives on the lake and the surrounding mountains.
4.3 miNW
Bridge
Pont des Amours, Annecy
110 min walk • The Pont des Amours is a footbridge located on the edge of Lake Annecy at the entrance of the Canal du Vassé; its official name is "Passerelle du Jardin Public" but the inhabitants of Annecy have long since renamed it "Pont des Amours".
4.3 miNW
Garden, Park
Les Jardins d'Europe, Annecy
109 min walk • The gardens of Europe, in Annecy, are a vast park intended for the walk. They are located on the banks of Lake Annecy. The garden is listed in the General Inventory of Cultural Heritage.