Rue Castle, Rue, Switzerland

Rue castle was built originally in the 12th century (the keep with three storeys), but the other buildings were destroyed in the 1230s. Peter II of Savoy rebuilt the castle between 1260-1268, but it was again destroyed in 1476 in the Burgundian Wars. The current residence dates from 1619-1763.

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Gisèle Hayoz (3 years ago)
Very nice point of view, but the castle cannot be visited, it is private property

Florence Vincens (3 years ago)
Since it is impossible to access from the outside, it is a pity

mimi lopes gomes (3 years ago)
Muito bonito, mais privado e um pouco abandonado

Olivier Olibiza (3 years ago)
Very pretty village, castle and beautiful walks to do ??

Chantal Hauser (3 years ago)
The smallest town in Europe, its castle, its chapel, its alleys, its stairs and its delicious creperie. To see without hesitation.

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