Château-D'oex: Holiday Apartments and Houses

The surrounding area of Château-d'Oex includes Le Pâqueret, Corne du Soere and Rochers de Naye. The wider regional area also includes Brüeschegrat and Laubspitz.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Château-d'Oex.

Culture

On a hill south of the village stands the Church of Saint-Donat, which dates from the 14th century.

History

The tourism history of Château-d'Oex dates back to the late 19th century. The opening of the Montreux–Bernese Oberland Railway in 1904 is described as one factor that contributed to the village becoming a tourism centre.

Events

The International Hot Air Balloon Week has taken place every January since 1979. For travellers interested in a local event date, it provides a specific point of reference.

Geographical Setting

Château-d'Oex lies at around 958 metres above sea level in the Vaud Alps.

The old centre at the foot of the church hill contains characteristic 19th-century houses.

More local pages: Saint-Légier-La Chiésaz, L'etivaz, Rougemont Vd, Chardonne, Corseaux, Chardonne VD, Chamby, Vevey.

To the higher-level travel overview: Riviera-Pays-D'enhaut.