Montreux is since long time ago one of the most famous and distinguished destinations in Switzerland,a prestigious town with musical notes all around because music found its home in that resort located on the magnificent shore of Lake Geneva.
The popular Jazz Festival since the 60s and several artists of immense international level are or were protagonists along the coastline the Vaud Riviera in that iconic place,ideal place for their stays and unforgettable performances which consecrated that resort as a music sanctuary.
The popular Jazz Festival since the 60s and several artists of immense international level are or were protagonists along the coastline the Vaud Riviera in that iconic place,ideal place for their stays and unforgettable performances which consecrated that resort as a music sanctuary.
Considered one of the most charming and captivating Swiss resorts for its old and recent history,Montreux never lost the fame and popularity which gained thanks to the many events it hosted and hosts making it a point of reference of an active cultural life.
That Swiss centre is also famous for its dealings with the world of entertainment, hosting several important festivals as well as being linked to the biography of many great artists.
That Swiss centre is also famous for its dealings with the world of entertainment, hosting several important festivals as well as being linked to the biography of many great artists.
With its 26.000 inhabitants Montreux since the second half of the 19 century and more in the early 20th century began to be a popular holiday resort mainly for English,American and German tourists who were immediately attracted by the beautiful views of that place located on Lake Lemán.
The over 50 kilometres of longitude of that magnificent waters basin embraces the peaks of the French Alps and definitely another relevant aspect is its mild climate all year so appreciated by a multitude of people combined with its rich historic patrimony and a wide cultural calendar presents in several resorts
The over 50 kilometres of longitude of that magnificent waters basin embraces the peaks of the French Alps and definitely another relevant aspect is its mild climate all year so appreciated by a multitude of people combined with its rich historic patrimony and a wide cultural calendar presents in several resorts
An important highlight of Montreux which deserves to be mentioned is also its splendid natural environment which conquers everyone.
Located at the foot of the Rochers de Naye which with its 2025,0 metres dominates the resort,bordered by other charming and pleasant small towns,such as Blonay,Haut Intyamon and Veytaux in a land packed by picturesque terraces of vineyards and verdant forests along the lake are a spectacular frame giving that place a fairytale image.
Located at the foot of the Rochers de Naye which with its 2025,0 metres dominates the resort,bordered by other charming and pleasant small towns,such as Blonay,Haut Intyamon and Veytaux in a land packed by picturesque terraces of vineyards and verdant forests along the lake are a spectacular frame giving that place a fairytale image.
Historically the earliest traces of the former settlement are dated before the Christian era and during some excavations were found remains of a settlement of the late Bronze Age.
Under Roman rule were built the major former roads from the Great St. Bernard Pass Aventicum the current Avenches through Montreux leading to the city of Lausanne.
Related to that ancient civilisation there are also some rests of a Roman Villa discovered some years ago confirming the presence of a more than relevant Imperial settlement in the area.
Under Roman rule were built the major former roads from the Great St. Bernard Pass Aventicum the current Avenches through Montreux leading to the city of Lausanne.
Related to that ancient civilisation there are also some rests of a Roman Villa discovered some years ago confirming the presence of a more than relevant Imperial settlement in the area.
In the Middle Ages the current municipality was part of the Abbey of Saint-Maurice in the Valais and later the Bishop of Sion founded the parish of Montreux
.The town's name derives from the Latin word Monasterium which means monastery.In the year 1295 the area was before part of Girard and later incorporated to Oron.
.The town's name derives from the Latin word Monasterium which means monastery.In the year 1295 the area was before part of Girard and later incorporated to Oron.
In the early 14th century,exactly in the year 1317 there was a subdivision of the former settlement and all that happened when the local Lords of Oron Planches and Veytaux sold part of the southern territories to the Duke of Savoy.
The northern areas under Châtelard rule remained as a Savoy stronghold first in the hands of the Lords of Oron but later went over as a result of marriage to the family Sarraz.
Due those changes and much more with the conquest of Vaud by Bern in the year 1536 the territories were under the administration of Chillon which was renamed in the year 1735 in Vevey bailiwick.
Due those changes and much more with the conquest of Vaud by Bern in the year 1536 the territories were under the administration of Chillon which was renamed in the year 1735 in Vevey bailiwick.
After the collapse of the old politic asset Montreux joined Châtelard,Les Planches and Veytaux from 1798 to 1803.
During the period of the Canton Geneva,then came up with the enactment of the Constitution of mediation in the canton of Vaud,in the year 1798.In the first year of those five when there was the change the communities mentioned were part of the district assigned to the city of Vevey.
During the period of the Canton Geneva,then came up with the enactment of the Constitution of mediation in the canton of Vaud,in the year 1798.In the first year of those five when there was the change the communities mentioned were part of the district assigned to the city of Vevey.
In the mid of the 18th Century Montreux gained a certain reputation by the several stays and provisional residence of distinguished and charismatic figures such as as Jean-Jacques Rousseau,Lord Byron and Victor Hugo.
It was that presence of such famed characters the spark of the development of the resort which took place in three steps in a land in which there were only pastures and vineyards but already known as an enchanting place by trips of famed artists.
It was that presence of such famed characters the spark of the development of the resort which took place in three steps in a land in which there were only pastures and vineyards but already known as an enchanting place by trips of famed artists.
The first residential buildings were built in the period between the years 1836 and 1859 but despite that there were not ideal communications to reach the resort.Positive improvements generating excellent results began from 1850 to the 60s of that century with the development of former transport links.
The establishment of the railway in the year 1861 and notable further
improvements of the roads and the navigation across the lake were the
beginning of a brilliant and superb escalation.
Those facilities gave the visitors coming from abroad a great incentive with the opportunity to reach that destination in a short time and since there many tourists flocked on the shore of Lake Geneva in Montreux which started to be transformed in a prestigious summer holidays destination.
Those facilities gave the visitors coming from abroad a great incentive with the opportunity to reach that destination in a short time and since there many tourists flocked on the shore of Lake Geneva in Montreux which started to be transformed in a prestigious summer holidays destination.
Another relevant step was when the surrounding hills were connected by a very accessible service consisting in the funicular railway a great main of transport permitting the tourism to reach at a high altitude the villages of Glion, Caux and Les Avants.
Those places became famous to host sanatoriums,new accommodations and guesthouses for people suffering of tuberculosis and thanks all that the resort reached fame in all the country and abroad as a relevant Spa resort.
Those places became famous to host sanatoriums,new accommodations and guesthouses for people suffering of tuberculosis and thanks all that the resort reached fame in all the country and abroad as a relevant Spa resort.
The Hotel des Alpes and the Grand Hotel both built in the year 1887 and also the Montreux Palace erected in 1905
are the iconic symbols in terms of hospitality and accommodations of Montreux.They can be considered the
three great pioneers of the classy tourism niche of that resort,very comfortable structures with a
great location and they became soon favourite places of rest and
holidays for monarchs such as the Empress Elisabeth of Austria,aristocrats,and philosophers.Other people mainly politicians,musicians and writers and an endless list of other prestigious characters flocked in Montreux fascinated by its picturesque landscapes and some of them who worth a mention are Richard Wagner, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and many others.
The resort started to be a site of relevant cultural events including the Daffodil Festival, which was for long time a selected appointment celebrated since 1897 until the year 1957.
The Grand Hôtel in Territet, the Palace Hotel in Caux,the Hotel Villa Karma and the Hotel Villa Chartran added to those three iconic accommodations mentioned before also became notorious and those famed structures were also immediately protagonists of the golden ages of that lakeside town which year by year found a relevant consolidation and much more it became a Top Class destination.
Many other popular characters mainly writers of the 20th century such as the German Rainer Maria Rilke,the Russian Vladimir Nabokov and Leonid Tolstoj and the Scottish Archibald Joseph Cronin
who lived in the town for many years but also the American Ernst Hemingway contributed and continued the notable escalation in terms of popularity and Elite incoming flows towards that resort.
High levels of incoming tourism flows were recorded since the year 1910 although the Hotel industry experienced a slump during the 1st World War and later during the 2nd World War.
Those two tragic historic events generated less tourism,many Hotels had to close during those times and they were partially converted into apartment and houses.
Those two tragic historic events generated less tourism,many Hotels had to close during those times and they were partially converted into apartment and houses.
Thanks to the prestige acquired in those years the Swiss town also became a very significant seat of many important international congresses and meetings at international level.
In the year 1934 took place the International Fascist Congress calling all the most important figures and exponents of the parties of the right in Europe.Two years later In the year 1936 Montreux hosted the Conference on the status of the Turkish Straits a convention which regulates the status which is still signed.
In the year 1934 took place the International Fascist Congress calling all the most important figures and exponents of the parties of the right in Europe.Two years later In the year 1936 Montreux hosted the Conference on the status of the Turkish Straits a convention which regulates the status which is still signed.
Since 1946 is also celebrated in proximity of that prestigious town the Annual Meetings of Initiatives of Change formerly MRA held every summer in Caux a small town close to Montreux.Those meetings are intended to promote peace, integrity, reconciliation and responsibility in mobilising ordinary citizens attracting hundreds of representatives from five continents.
With the launch of new festivals one just one year after the end of the 2nd World War and named the Septembre Musical since 1946 and the Festival of the Golden Rose since 1954 which gained international reputation were the keys of a shining renaissance and the resort came back to be a favourite destination in all its splendour and popularity once again.
From 1957 until 1958, there was also a special tourism service consisting in a weekly seaplane linking the British city of Southampton to that Swiss resort providing the resort despite for a very short period of a mini International Airport linked to the British tourism.
In the year 1967 by Claude Nobs, a member of the Tourism Authority was launched the notorious Montreux Jazz Festival which attracts approximately 200,000 visitors a year,an event with a great audience in terms of press participation,famed of stars of the world of music and VIPs.
In the year 1990, the city received the Wakker Prize in recognition of the preservation of the 19th Century tourism infrastructure.
In the year 1990, the city received the Wakker Prize in recognition of the preservation of the 19th Century tourism infrastructure.
The centre of the town is mainly developed behind La Gran Rue the main coastal road and Quay Eduard Jaccoud which is the long lakeside promenade which continues south meeting Quai de la Rouvenaz and Quai de Ernest Ansermet which are sort of prolongations along the shore of the lake leading to the scenic Quai de Fleurs.
Walking on that succession of promenades you can see many luxury Hotels and enjoying spectacular panoramic views.From Quai de Fleurs you can have a very easy access to the centre crossing the nearest Avenue Nestlé which directly leads to Rue du Marché and in that point you will reach in a very easy way the hearth of the resort.
Rue de la Gare and Rue Belmont are two important arteries of the centre forming a sort of main axis behind La Gran Rue and Avenue du Casino which are the two main roads flanking the Quai mentioned running until Avenue de La Riviera which at south of the resort is the access to the resort of Chillon.
Place du Marché, opened on the lake is the large central square in which takes places the indoor market in a distinctive building on one side of the square.In that place facing Lake Geneva stands the large bronze statue dedicated to Freddie Mercury.
The British leader of the famed Rock band The Queen spent part of his final years in Montreux.The English artist lived in a small house where he sought peace and it is said that his ashes were scattered in that waters basin and a statue was erected in his memory.
During the month of September that lakeside town celebrates the Freddie Mercury Memorial Day in which the visitors can make direct contact with the atmosphere of the singer's long stay in Switzerland, such as the Duck House,which was once his home.The Queen band was very active for many years in that Swiss resort since 1979 and owned the Recording
Mountain Studios which had been housed since 1975 in the
newly built Casino and those studios are still used by many
international artists.In 1978 they were purchased by that glorious band and
still belong to the group's producer,David Richards.The links with the Swiss town have always been very strong and that Rock group appeared in the editions of
1984 and 1986 at the Festival of the Golden Rose while the guitarist Brian
May in 2001 played at the Jazz Festival.
The British leader of the famed Rock band The Queen spent part of his final years in Montreux.The English artist lived in a small house where he sought peace and it is said that his ashes were scattered in that waters basin and a statue was erected in his memory.
During the month of September that lakeside town celebrates the Freddie Mercury Memorial Day in which the visitors can make direct contact with the atmosphere of the singer's long stay in Switzerland, such as the Duck House,which was once his home.The Queen band was very active for many years in that Swiss resort since 1979 and owned the Recording
Mountain Studios which had been housed since 1975 in the
newly built Casino and those studios are still used by many
international artists.In 1978 they were purchased by that glorious band and
still belong to the group's producer,David Richards.The links with the Swiss town have always been very strong and that Rock group appeared in the editions of
1984 and 1986 at the Festival of the Golden Rose while the guitarist Brian
May in 2001 played at the Jazz Festival.The Eglise de Saint-Vincent is the Church dedicated to St.Vincent and it is the most important local Religious building.It was mentioned for the first time in the 13th century,exactly in the year 1228 although it was probably erected in the 11th Century.
It is a Catholic Church which was declared national monument and it is a relevant structure after some restorations showing in its current architectonic lines a splendid Gothic revival style.Of refined aspect is its bell tower and the charming gable roof.
The present building was developed on an irregular base and it shows relevant polygonal cross-ribbed vaults dated the 15th Century and very charming are the arched stained windows under splendid vaults in the apse of the Church which lies behind a majestic arcade.
Walking in the centre of the town you
can see many sculptures and monuments which recall artists and events
related to the events or dedicated to characters who gave fame to the resort.One of them is a bust in memory of the famous American Jazz
artist Miles Davis who delighted in different editions with his talent and music the fans in occasion of the famed Jazz Festival and considered one of the symbols of that event.
The Jazz Festival is part of the history of Montreux held annually in July since 1967.It is an annual great appointment among the most prestigious in Switzerland and in the World.
Originally that event was focused solely on Jazz but since the 70s opened up to other styles of music although the Jazz is the most important part of that famed music event.Among the artists who have performed there,worth to to be mentioned Albert King, Isaac Hayes,Miles Davis,Billy Preston, B. B. King,Albert King, Crosby,Jan Garbarek,Nina Simone,Stills and Nash and George Benson.
The Festival was also protagonist with several shows performed by of a big
number of great stars of different genres.The series, entitled Live at Montreux included the presence by artists who in different editions have given that place an unique image and consolidation such as Ella Fitzgerald,Van Morrison, Marvin Haye,Mike
Oldfield,Sade,Eric Clapton,Frank Zappa,Lou Reed,Carlos Santana,Suzanne
Vega,Alice Cooper,Ray Charles,Sting and the Deep Purple among others.
About that latter so famous rock group the legendary Deep Purple Montreux
inspired that British band with the famous song Smoke on the Water one of the most successful artistic masterpiece of that famous group.
It recounts about an incident which happened in the town while the British artists were recording an album.The Deep Purple wanted to record their latest LP Machine Head record with so-called live conditions in the hall of the Casino with the Rolling Stones,Mobile Studio and they were invited by Claude Nobs,the founder and longtime head of the Jazz Festival to assist to a Frank Zappa Concert.
It recounts about an incident which happened in the town while the British artists were recording an album.The Deep Purple wanted to record their latest LP Machine Head record with so-called live conditions in the hall of the Casino with the Rolling Stones,Mobile Studio and they were invited by Claude Nobs,the founder and longtime head of the Jazz Festival to assist to a Frank Zappa Concert.
There was a fire where Zappa played in the Casino on 4th December 1971 and that event with the smoke over the waters of the lake was the episode
of the creation of that so popular song which conquered millions of
fans in the world.
That place was also the launch of the basic tracks of their most famous songs: No matter what we get out of this, I we know will never forget,(obviously Smoke on the Water) and Fire in the Sky.After that event in 1975 the Casino was rebuilt.
That place was also the launch of the basic tracks of their most famous songs: No matter what we get out of this, I we know will never forget,(obviously Smoke on the Water) and Fire in the Sky.After that event in 1975 the Casino was rebuilt.
Music in that Swiss resort is present everywhere with musical notes all around,in the air you will notice a sort of marriage between Montreux and that art which will never end.
Visiting that place you will deeply breathe musical sounds in many places and also thanks to all that those legendary figures who have given the chance to be famous to that Swiss town it can offer a vast calendar of events,concerts and music live during all year.
Visiting that place you will deeply breathe musical sounds in many places and also thanks to all that those legendary figures who have given the chance to be famous to that Swiss town it can offer a vast calendar of events,concerts and music live during all year.
The boardwalks along the lake are one of the main attractions of that prestigious town,on which there are the charming Hotels,the Casino and the Convention Centre from there you can enjoy magnificent views of the Lake Lemán,the massif of Grammont and the spikes of the Dents du Midi.
In Avenue Claude Nobs just five minutes walking from the Centre de Congres you can see the building hosting Montreux Jazz Foundation titled also called Miles Davis Hall.
The city also offers a good number of interesting museums including the Musée de Montreux since 1920 housed in a group of winegrower in the district Sâles.The Swiss Museum of Sound and Image Musée national Suisse de l'Audiovisual and the Nouveau Musée Ruzo while Maison Visinand serves as a cultural and leisure centre are among the most distinguished exhibitions present in that Swiss iconic destination.
Worth a visit the famous Le Casinó Barrière the Montreux Casino erected in the year 1881 with a restoration made in 1903.Throughout the 20th century the Casino hosted to many important events and music shows.A place in which Jazz,Blues and Rock artists began to perform there with success and continuing to delight a multitude of fans.
That place is also a great point for impressive views and you are on the promontory of the town with a magnificent panoramic coast to coast images of one of the most fascinating European lakes.
That place is also a great point for impressive views and you are on the promontory of the town with a magnificent panoramic coast to coast images of one of the most fascinating European lakes.
From there you can continue along Quai des Fleures to admire the Riviera,with its stylish promenade reaching a small but charming harbour at Quai Amis Chessex close to the Funicular Station of Territet and you are very close to Sentier de Collonge which is the street on which is situated the seat where is celebrated the Jazz Festival behind Avenue de Chillon less than 10 minutes walking from the station.
Montreux undoubtedly has one of the most beautiful lakeside waterfront and promenade along the shores of Lake Geneva which comes from Villeneuve to Vevey.
Among the charming villages in its proximity worth a visit for their magnificent natural environment and panoramic views La Tour-de-Peilz, Clarens and Villeneuve Territet while the beautiful Castle of Chillon can be easily reached by bus or by boat a very pleasant place with also historic monuments.
Among the charming villages in its proximity worth a visit for their magnificent natural environment and panoramic views La Tour-de-Peilz, Clarens and Villeneuve Territet while the beautiful Castle of Chillon can be easily reached by bus or by boat a very pleasant place with also historic monuments.
The most relevant is undoubtedly the Chateau de Chillon,a stunning Castle which is situated approximately three kilometres south east of the town.It was built on an oval rock between the resort and the town of Villeneuve with a steep slope on one side and the lake bottom.The very strategic location was chosen because very close to a focal point of the passage between the Vaud
Riviera providing access to Germany and France, north, and the
Rhone valley a quick entry toItaly and in addition it offers
excellent views over the coast of SavoyOriginally it was a garrison could thereby control, commercial and military,the route to Italy and applying a toll.The first official construction is dated around the 10th century although that site was used for a military purposes in a former fort before that date.
Another relevant detail is that some objects dating the Roman period and artifacts linked to the Bronze Age were discovered during excavations which took place in the 19th century around that site.Originally from a double wooden palisade the Romans have fortified that place and before the 10th century was added a square tower.
Some sources
dated 13th century attributed the possession of the place of the Bishop of Sion while a document dated 1150 confirmed that the Count Humbert III granted to the Cistercians Monks of Hautcrêt free passage to Chillon.
All that attests and certifies to the domain of the House of Savoy in Chillon.For that document you can learn that the owner of the castle was Blonay Gaucher although that man was a vassal of that house.
All that attests and certifies to the domain of the House of Savoy in Chillon.For that document you can learn that the owner of the castle was Blonay Gaucher although that man was a vassal of that house.
Since the late 18th century, the castle attracted several romantic
writers such as Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Victor Hugo,Alexandre Dumas
through Gustave Flaubert and Lord Byron.
The castle inspires poets from around the world and Victor Hugo said about it: "Chillon is a cluster of towers on a bed of rocks."
The castle inspires poets from around the world and Victor Hugo said about it: "Chillon is a cluster of towers on a bed of rocks."
.Also Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who refers
directly to Montreux and Chillon in Julie ou la Nouvelle Héloïse: "Lettres de deux Amants d'une petite ville habitant au pied des Alpes"which translated means letters of two lovers of a small town at the foot of the Alps.
Lord Byron called one of his poem prisonnier of Chillon and Gustave Courbet painted the castle several times during his Swiss exile in the neighbouring La Tour-de-Peilz. The most famous representation is Le Château de Chillon, oil on canvas painted in 1874 which is now in the museum at Ornans in France.
Some restoration works inspired by the romantic vision of aesthetics were also made at the expense of historical veracity.In 1900,the architect Albert Naef made some new restorations and the works continued until the current state of the building.
Also the interiors were reorganised and restored adding carpets,the great dancing hall was totally rearranged and since the year1939 the castle already received over 100,000 visitors a year.The success continued to grow over the years and the monument currently records over than 300,000 visits a year.
Thanks to all those operations the castle is today in excellent conditions and provides a good overview of the feudal architecture.
Lord Byron called one of his poem prisonnier of Chillon and Gustave Courbet painted the castle several times during his Swiss exile in the neighbouring La Tour-de-Peilz. The most famous representation is Le Château de Chillon, oil on canvas painted in 1874 which is now in the museum at Ornans in France.
Some restoration works inspired by the romantic vision of aesthetics were also made at the expense of historical veracity.In 1900,the architect Albert Naef made some new restorations and the works continued until the current state of the building.
Also the interiors were reorganised and restored adding carpets,the great dancing hall was totally rearranged and since the year1939 the castle already received over 100,000 visitors a year.The success continued to grow over the years and the monument currently records over than 300,000 visits a year.
Thanks to all those operations the castle is today in excellent conditions and provides a good overview of the feudal architecture.
It is a must a Cruise on Lake Geneva to admire that special and unique lake with its endless natural treasures consisting in charming bays,promontories and gulfs.
Many are the places which are very recommended as Lausanne,a splendid and charming city or reaching the picturesque headland of Saint-Sulpice with a magnificent view on the French coast towards Evian les Bains which is another spectacular place.
Many are the places which are very recommended as Lausanne,a splendid and charming city or reaching the picturesque headland of Saint-Sulpice with a magnificent view on the French coast towards Evian les Bains which is another spectacular place.
Another excursion very suggested is from Morges west of Lausanne and from there you can reach the beautiful Thonon situated on the French shore behind a wonderful rounded promontory forming an unforgettable bay with the other headland of Yvoire facing Nyon.
In that point starts the narrower section of the Lake,a fantastic arm of waters leading to the wonderful city of Geneva situated at the bottom of that wonderful waters basin which in every corner shows its immense beauty.
In that point starts the narrower section of the Lake,a fantastic arm of waters leading to the wonderful city of Geneva situated at the bottom of that wonderful waters basin which in every corner shows its immense beauty.
The town is also embraced by mountains and also offers unforgettable chances to enjoy excursions admiring the beauty of the Alps.There is a cogwheel train to Rochers de Naye after a climb of 1600 metres,one of the most beautiful panoramic points in western Switzerland.
The Golden Pass Line which is panoramic train which operates between Montreux,Gstaad in the Bernese Oberland with connections to Lucerne is another marvellous attraction,a trip which worth to be tried enjoying the magnificent natural landscapes crossing the country.
The Golden Pass Line which is panoramic train which operates between Montreux,Gstaad in the Bernese Oberland with connections to Lucerne is another marvellous attraction,a trip which worth to be tried enjoying the magnificent natural landscapes crossing the country.
Another one in the case you are planning a stay in that corner of Switzerland is Le Train du Chocolate (the Chocolate Train) from Montreux on the shore of Lake Geneva and running close the historic market town of Gruyere.
The resort is also the right place in which you can enjoy several activities thanks to a magnificent geographic position next to the Alps and it is the right place for hiking with many paths offering fantastic views over Lake Geneva and Vaud Alps.
The lake is fairly clean with several public swimming areas,there is also a Diving School ,many are the opportunities for Sailing,Sky Diving and water skiing lovers.
The famous Montreaux Lido provides an Olympic size pool and there is also a Diving School ,many are the opportunities for Sailing,Sky Diving and water skiing lovers and there are several chances to practise Tennis and enjoying relevant Golf Clubs.
Very close to Montreaux there are also excellent ski areas,ideal places for winter sports,such as Gstaad, Diablerets and Villars Gryon very famed resorts with an ample offer in terms of great slopes and very comfortable accommodations.
Naturally those places are also beautiful in spring and summer offering the visitor majestic panoramic views of the Alps and an endless number of trails for all people who loves trekking and hiking.
The resort is also the right place in which you can enjoy several activities thanks to a magnificent geographic position next to the Alps and it is the right place for hiking with many paths offering fantastic views over Lake Geneva and Vaud Alps.
The lake is fairly clean with several public swimming areas,there is also a Diving School ,many are the opportunities for Sailing,Sky Diving and water skiing lovers.
The famous Montreaux Lido provides an Olympic size pool and there is also a Diving School ,many are the opportunities for Sailing,Sky Diving and water skiing lovers and there are several chances to practise Tennis and enjoying relevant Golf Clubs.
Very close to Montreaux there are also excellent ski areas,ideal places for winter sports,such as Gstaad, Diablerets and Villars Gryon very famed resorts with an ample offer in terms of great slopes and very comfortable accommodations.
Naturally those places are also beautiful in spring and summer offering the visitor majestic panoramic views of the Alps and an endless number of trails for all people who loves trekking and hiking.
As important educational centre in the eastern part of the canton of Vaud the town offers relevant opportunities for all grades of high school.
As higher education institutions there are various vocational schools and training institutes including the European University and the Centre international de formation Hôtelière touristique,a prestigious Hotel management school, founded in 1962.
As higher education institutions there are various vocational schools and training institutes including the European University and the Centre international de formation Hôtelière touristique,a prestigious Hotel management school, founded in 1962.
Apart the mentioned Jazz Festival many are the events which give the town a very lively and vibrant atmosphere also linked to music are Montreux Choral Festival ,Nuits du Jazz de Chernex,Montreux Sundance, annual, held in May 1994.
The famous Golden Rose Festival was held in spring from 1961 to 2003, during which it was given an international award for television in an international competition of choral singing.
The famous Golden Rose Festival was held in spring from 1961 to 2003, during which it was given an international award for television in an international competition of choral singing.
The local Christmas Market celebrated in December spreads all along the lake a well-kept stalls with traditional sweets and souvenirs.Walking in the streets and the alleys of the centre town you will find some stalls with Swiss,Austrian,German,French,Italian and Canadian products.
There is also everything about toys and food.ideas for Christmas presents,clothing,handbags,leather goods, antiques,various objects,small mini makeshift restaurants with local gastronomic product such as Rosti,apple strudel,cakes and other culinary specialities.
The local gastronomy is really excellent with a strong French influences.The famous cheeses Gruyère and Vacherin from the Vallée de Joux are absolutely fantastic.Among the recipes based on cheese is a mandatory to try the famous Fondue,melted cheese with white wine in which to dip pieces of bread and the Raclette slices of melted cheese accompanied by potatoes.
Gastronomic local cuisine is also linked to fish such as lake perch cooked in different styles and very famous is the Filet de Perches et Feras.
Another speciality very typical is the Longeole consisting in a fennel sausage,with garlic nutmeg and white wine.Excellent are the desserts and the local fine wines.The Cuisses de ladies,the thighs of a Lady ,more typically consumed in fried pastries French-speaking cantons and also you can try the Creme Bagnolet.
Another speciality very typical is the Longeole consisting in a fennel sausage,with garlic nutmeg and white wine.Excellent are the desserts and the local fine wines.The Cuisses de ladies,the thighs of a Lady ,more typically consumed in fried pastries French-speaking cantons and also you can try the Creme Bagnolet.
The resort has not an airport but Geneva airport is just 90,0 kilometres away approximately one hour by car and 1 hour and 15 minutes by train.
Charm,traditions,prestige,Jazz,music,history,leisure and an infinite offer of outdoor activities are precisely the terms you can define that place.
If you are planning to visit the Region of Vaud,Montreux is a great destination for cultural tourism,events and and characterised by musical notes all around and of course a great opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful corners of Switzerland.
Francesco Mari
Recommended Hotels in Montreux
Le Montreux Palace Fairmont
Hotel Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic
Hotel Eurotel Riviera
Gran Hotel Excelsior
Hotel Eden Palace Au Lac
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