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Swiss Museum of Games

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The Swiss Museum of Games, located in the medieval Château de La Tour-de-Peilz near Vevey, is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history of play. The museum's collection spans centuries and continents, featuring board games, puzzles, card games, and electronic games. Exhibits are hands-on, encouraging visitors to try classic games like backgammon, chess, and mahjong, as well as modern video games. The castle setting adds to the charm, with its towers and dungeons housing different thematic sections. Special exhibitions often focus on specific game genres or cultural traditions.

Don't miss

Playable historical board games
The video game arcade with retro consoles
Themed rooms like the 'Game of the Goose' exhibit
Temporary exhibitions on game design

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