On the shores of Lake Neuchâtel, Grandson Castle has stood for over a thousand years. One of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Switzerland, the site was at the heart of one of the most decisive episodes in European history: the Battle of Grandson in 1476, in which Charles the Bold confronted the Swiss Confederates.
After 15 years of restoration, the castle reopened on 1 April 2026 with a new permanent exhibition: “Grandson: 1,000 Years of History.” Spanning over 1,000 m² across 15 rooms on 4 floors, this immersive journey traces the castle’s history from the construction of its first tower around the year 950 to the present day.
Far from a traditional exhibition, the new museum focuses on staging, visual storytelling and visitor experience. Inspired by the illustrated chronicles of Diebold Schilling, the famous 15th-century Bernese chronicler, the exhibition design makes the major episodes of the Burgundian Wars accessible while questioning the myths surrounding them.
Designed for families with children aged 8 and up, the exhibition also offers a sensory trail for children aged 2 to 8, as well as in-depth content for history enthusiasts.
The castle’s reopening is part of the 550th-anniversary commemorations of the Battles of Grandson and Morat. Throughout 2026, a programme of festivities highlights these major historical events.
Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair-accessible toilets.
Timetable:
May 1 through September 30: daily except Tuesdays, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
October 1 through April 30: daily except Tuesdays, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.