Petit-Vivy Castle

Courtepin, Switzerland

Petit-Vivy Castle is located near the dike surrounding the Schiffenensee and northeast of Barberêche. It is among the oldest preserved castles in the region. The still-preserved, mighty, four-sided keep was built in the second half of the 13th century, and has 3.5 m thick walls. Around the keep are the remains of former surrounding walls, arranged in triangular form. The residential buildings were built in the 16th century.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Switzerland

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Alois Schorro (4 years ago)
Jean Schwerzmann (4 years ago)
It is impossible to approach the castle because it is private property and the owners are inhospitable, threatening and very dishonest!
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