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Tamara (unterwegs)
October 22, 2020
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Blonay Castle was built in 1175 by Wilhelm II von Blonay and is still inhabited by his descendants today. The oldest part of the complex that still exists is the mighty keep from the time it was founded, which was later increased again. Two of the former four corner towers are still today.
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Hans Künzler
November 21, 2017
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The castle of Blonay belonged to the family of this name from the beginning of the feudal period until now, except from 1752 to 1806, as will be seen later. …
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•Hans Künzler
January 30, 2018
Hiking
On the heights of Vevey, the castle overlooks Blonay. It stands on a rock at 646 meters, at the foot of the Pleiades. A place whose Roman origins - the site of Bloniacus - has probably given its name to the family as to the fortress. Originally, late twelfth century, the local lords, from Savoy and where they remain vassals, became, by decision of the bishop of Lausanne, owners of the town of Vevey and the village of Corsier.
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