Temporary exhibition

The exhibition Dissecting/Dressing Chillon tells the story of the castle through its collections and offers a unique rediscovery of the fortress of Lake Geneva, between history, traces and staging.

A living monument, Chillon stands at the crossroads of two conceptions of heritage: should the site be stripped to reveal its architecture, or enriched with objects and decor to revive its memory? Over time, restorers, archaeologists and collectors have alternately favored one approach or the other.

Today, these visions come together: furniture, archaeological discoveries and unusual pieces resonate with the castle walls.

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During the winter of 2025-2026, Vaud archaeology will be the common theme at three iconic locations in the canton of Vaud: Payerne Abbey with the exhibition “Louis Bosset (1880-1950) Du compas à la truelle,” Chillon Castle, and the Palais de Rumine with “Destination archéologie.” These three exhibitions complement each other and offer original insights into the rise of archaeology in the canton of Vaud and beyond. A true journey through time, presenting the evolution of a discipline through three complementary perspectives.

Answer also the questions in our quiz about the castle’s collections!

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibition with our videos: