Bishop's Secret Escape

Bishop's Secret Escape. The Château Saint-Maire has a hidden stairwell that was used by Sébastien of Montfalcon, the bishop of Lausanne, to escape in 1536 when…

Location: Château Saint-Maire, Lausanne, Switzerland

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Category: hidden

The Château Saint-Maire has a hidden stairwell that was used by Sébastien of Montfalcon, the bishop of Lausanne, to escape in 1536 when Bern captured the city. This secret passage allowed him to flee to safety, leaving behind the castle and its inhabitants. Today, the château serves as the seat of the cantonal government and is a testament to the city's rich history.

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Bishop's Secret Escape — Lausanne, Canton of Zurich

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