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About this activity

On a guided kayak tour, you paddle from Villeneuve to Château Chillon. From Lake Geneva, you can admire imposing mountain ranges and Château Chillon.
  • Hours

    3

  • Price from

    130 CHF

  • City

    Villeneuve

  • Book now from 130 CHF

Description

You paddle on Lake Geneva in a kayak, discovering the famous Château Chillon from a fresh perspective. The guided tour takes you along the scenic coast with views of the impressive Dents du Midi. This distinctive mountain range lies northwest of Martigny, with seven spectacular peaks over 3,000 meters high.
The guide shares exciting stories about the history of Château Chillon, which is situated idyllically on a small rocky island on the edge of Lake Geneva near Montreux.
Experience the medieval fortress directly from the water and enjoy the unique scenery. The castle was the residence of the Counts of Savoy for many centuries.
If you wish, you can visit the castle (own expense). The tour concludes again at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Quai Street 11, 1844 Villeneuve, in front of the campsite "Horizon Blue"

Highlights

  • Paddle across Lake Geneva
  • View the stunning Château Chillon from the water
  • Enjoy the tranquility on the lake
  • Stop along the way to swim or explore the surroundings
  • Watch water birds in the wild

Important information

  • prerequisites: good physical fitness and swimming skills

Includes

  • Approximately 3 hours kayak tour from Villeneuve to Château Chillon and back
  • Guide
  • Instruction
  • Kayak, paddle, life jackets
  • Dry bags
  • Château Chillon entrance fee

Meeting point

Quai Street 11, 1844 Villeneuve, in front of the campsite "Horizon Blue"
Map

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