Discover fascinating aspects of the Napoleonic era and Switzerland's military heritage.
This year again, conferences, visits, and historical outings await you to discover fascinating aspects of the Napoleonic era and Swiss military heritage.
Two events will take place directly at Morges Castle:
📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026 – 19th Napoleonic Studies Day
Location: Morges Castle (Salle des Milices) and the Nautical Club restaurant
Theme: "Three Aspects of Social Life, from the Revolution to the Empire"
- 9:30 AM: Welcome and greetings from the delegate
- 9:45 AM: Lecture – Fashion from 1789 to 1815
- 10:30 AM: Lecture – Gastronomy in France from 1789 to 1815
- 11:30 AM: Break and meal at the restaurant
- 2:00 PM: Lecture – Lovers and Mistresses, from the Directory to the Restoration
- 3:00 PM: Q&A with the speakers
- 3:30 PM: Closing
Speaker: Alain Pigeard, renowned historian and writer
Price: 65 CHF per person (meal included, drinks not included)
Registration: Before February 10, 2026, via the attached form at eric@cabedita.ch or by phone at +41 21 809 91 00
Cancellations without valid excuse less than 24 hours prior will be charged.
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026 – History at the Table
Location: Morges Castle (Salle des Milices)
In the company of Johan Vaucher, author of Les Suisses de Bonaparte, we will explore the destinies of several French-speaking Swiss who faithfully served the Empire.
- 12:30 PM: Meal in a local restaurant
- Registration: details to follow