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Saint-Germain Castle
Gruyères, Switzerland, Switzerland
Saint-Germain Castle is a medieval fortress situated between Gruyères Castle and the village of Gruyères in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland.
Dating back to the 13th century, it stands as a Swiss heritage site of national significance and was acquired in 1998 by Swiss surrealist artist H.R. Giger, who transformed it into the H.R. Giger Museum and Bar, showcasing his biomechanical art, sculptures, and designs famous from the Alien franchise.
The castle preserves its historic structure while serving as a unique cultural attraction blending medieval architecture with modern surrealism.
Location
Rue du Château 3, 1663 Gruyères, Switzerland
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