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Montreux - the charming city of pleasure on Lake Geneva
In the canton of Vaud in Switzerland, in the district of Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut, lies the city of Montreux. The city is located on the shore of Lake Geneva in the shelter of 2,000 meter high mountain peaks. The climatic conditions and subtropical vegetation along the lakeside promenade make Montreux a unique destination for travelers from all over the world.
The city is also world famous as the venue of the Montreux Jazz Festival. Every year, more than 3,000 musicians gather in the lakeside town and thrill thousands of jazz lovers with cool sounds!
The old town of Montreux seems to rise to an almost unreachable height. The alleys wind up the steep mountain slopes and create an impressive backdrop. The picturesque neighborhood is nevertheless just a few minutes' walk from the lakeshore.
In addition to great restaurants, bars and cafes, you will also find numerous charming city hotels and accommodations in the city center of Montreux. Typical for the city are also the many small and large terraces. With a glass of wine and excellent regional specialties, you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the lake, the mountains and forests of the canton.
And the old town is also the starting point for wonderful and varied hikes. For example, the hiking trail to the Gorges du Chauderon leads along the Baye de Montreux river to Glion or Les Avants - a great experience for nature lovers and city tourists alike!
What can you do in Montreux?
Montreux has just about everything to offer that pleasure travelers, nature lovers and city tourists could wish for! An imposing lake, impressive mountain scenery, numerous hiking trails leading to local wineries and great sights.
Top sights and destinations in Montreux:
- Saint-Vincent Church
- Château de Chillon
- Chaplin's World
- Freddie Mercury Monument
- Queen Studio Experience
- GoldenPass Line
- Rochers-de-Naye
- Corniche Lavaux Vineyards
- Montreux Jazz Festival
- Casino de Montreux
Montreux is also known as the jewel of the Swiss Riviera - palm trees, cypresses and other Mediterranean plants thrive here. The mild climate is ideal for discovering Montreux all year round. In addition to the Jazz Festival, the city attracts visitors in winter with festively decorated streets and small stalls.