Montreux, Switzerland – Chillon Castle and the Dents du Midi – Postcard
More images
Tap any image or video to show it as the main post media.
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Sold & shipped by
ZipZappa Marketplace
Seller info →
This postcard showcases the majestic Château de Chillon on the shores of Lake Geneva, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dents du Midi mountain range.
Château de Chillon is a medieval island fortress located near Montreux, in the canton of Vaud. Built in the 12th century, it served as a strategic stronghold for the Counts of Savoy and later the Bernese. Its dramatic lakeside position inspired artists and writers, most notably Lord Byron, whose poem The Prisoner of Chillon brought international fame to the site. In the distance, the Dents du Midi—part of the Chablais Alps—add sublime grandeur to the view, reinforcing the romantic and picturesque appeal that drew 19th-century tourists to the region.
Front Text:
Chillon et la Dent du Midi
Size ±: 14 cm x 9 cm
Please review the images as part of the description.
Authenticity is guaranteed!