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Montreux

Travel Information

Language: French
Currency: Swiss Franc

Go and see:
Chillon Castle - Radio & TV Museum
Museum of Old Montreux
Vevey Alimentarium

Best for:
Musical Events - Water Sports
Boating and Walking - Shopping

A city reminiscent of the Belle Epoque and the gem of the Swiss Riviera, Montreux is blessed with a mild climate and an idyllic location on the banks of Lake Geneva. The Spa town is one of Switzerland’s most attractive resorts, and has carefully preserved its elegant charm with its historic architecture, picturesque lanes and lakeside promenades surrounded by snow-capped peaks.


Every July, Montreux transforms itself into a haven for jazz lovers from all over the world. This is the time of the Montreux Jazz Festival, not to be missed if you enjoy music played by some of the finest musicians


Many famous personalities have homes in Montreux, drawn by the sheer beauty of the city and the surrounding countryside. Lake Geneva offers relaxing lake cruises and many water sports, while the 5 km walk along the promenade provides superb views of the gently curving bays on which Montreux has been built.