A privately owned, 15th-century castle, Vufflens Castle is situated in the canton of Vaud in western Switzerland.
Chillon has a long history as a result of its highly advantageous location. It was initially a Roman garrison that guarded a crucial Alpine pass.
Tarasp Castle, a mediaeval fortress from the 11th century that is now a Swiss cultural site, is situated in the mountainous Upper Engadine.