2025 Montreux Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

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#100waysoftravel #swiss #solotrip #travel #thingstodo #museums #myitinerary Day trip in Montreux, raining, early October 2024. Little charming town as their main language is French. Stayed overnight at hotel J5 Hotels Helvetie MONTREUX, the hotel has conserved all its old-world charm since 1800s and room is well furnished and cozy, along with a small balcony where you may see church Église du Sacré-Cœur Catholic Church beside hotel. Upon check-in any hotel Montreux, you will be given a Montreux Riviera Card: a real key that gives you free travel on public transport and discounts on many activities or you may use your Swiss pass to have the same privileges. Head off towards Chillon Castle (château de Chillon in French) via bus from the hotel. It is located on the shores of Lake Geneva, near Montreux in Veytaux, Switzerland. It offers historic exhibitions in the castle and requires around 2 hours to explore. An audio guide can be rent from the souvenir store before you proceed to explore the place. Chill at the cafe at the entrance of castle for a coffee break, they have indoor and outdoor seatings. Next I took a bus ride for Musée de Montreux visit, which shared the historic of Montreux from Neolithic times to the golden age. You will need at least an hour to complete the exhibition, most description are not explained in English language and they don’t have the audio guide. After complete, I walked down the little hillslope and went for a coffee break at one of the cafe near railway station, sat near to the window enjoying the moment. As the day going to end, walk over towards lake Geneva, stroll along the lake where you may see the famous statues of Freddie Mercury statue and Statue Les Amoureux. You will be greeted by the stunning panoramic views of the lake and wait for the sunset view, before ending the day.

Visiting Switzerland in winter is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.❄️ Snow-capped mountains🏔️ and clear ice lakes reflect a world of silver and white❄️. Inside the cabin, the fire flickers🔥 and smoke slowly drifts out, bringing warmth to the cold🎨. The snow trails wind like white ribbons⛷️, and the laughter of skiers echoes through the valley👏🏻. …… But be sure to do your research before going to Switzerland🇨🇭. Otherwise, it's easy to fall into a trap! If you need it, you can save it! · 🧳Travel Checklist 🧥Warm coat: Be sure to bring a thick down jacket, windbreaker, or other warm coat! 👞Comfortable shoes: Snow boots, hiking boots, etc., are warm and suitable for walking in snow or mountains. 🪥Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel, skincare products, etc.👉Some hotels do not provide disposable toiletries, or the quality is hard to evaluate. 💄Cosmetics and skincare products: Remember to bring moisturizing products, as Switzerland is very dry in winter. 🕶️Sunglasses: The sun reflects strongly in the snow in winter, and sunglasses can protect your eyes. · 📱Commonly Used Apps in Switzerland 🚌SBB Mobile: Commonly used for Swiss public transportation 🗺️Swisstopo: Provides detailed map navigation 🚗EasyPark - Parking made easy: Convenient for finding and booking parking spaces ☀️Meteoswiss: Provides accurate weather forecasts, weather alerts, etc. · 🌟Winter In-Depth Travel 1️⃣Snow Hiking👉🏻Switzerland has many areas suitable for snow hiking, such as the Engadin Valley, where there are clear hiking routes in the snow-covered valley. Walk along the path through the forest and over the creek, as if you were in a winter fairy tale. 2️⃣Snowshoeing👉🏻Very popular in St. Moritz and other places. Put on special snowshoes, and in the morning after the snow, the sun shines through the branches onto the snow. Walk while listening to the "crunch" of the snow under your feet and feel the tranquility of winter. 3️⃣Igloo Experience👉🏻Every December, beautiful domed igloos made of "snow blocks" appear halfway up the Matterhorn. At night, lie on the ice bed and admire the stars in the night sky through the transparent dome, becoming one with nature. 4️⃣Take the Golden Pass Line👉🏻The train travels through snow-covered fields and mountains. Sit in the warm carriage and enjoy the winter scenery outside the window. You can also see skiers speeding down the slopes in the distance. 5️⃣Geneva's December Escalade Festival👉🏻A festival commemorating the resistance to invasion, with parades in traditional costumes, immersive music performances, food events, and bonfire parties to experience the local culture.

The GoldenPass Line is actually a panoramic train between Montreux and Zweisimmen, and I highly recommend taking this scenic train. The large windows truly allow you to enjoy stunning views of lakes and mountains. Thanks to the huge glass windows, it feels like you're outside, but you're actually indoors! If possible, remember to choose a seat on the left side to get the best views of the Alps and the surrounding countryside. The mountain tops haven't seen snow yet, and the beautiful remote alpine farms and villages along the way left us in awe. For this trip, bring sandwiches and drinks, as you won't have time to buy anything when changing trains at Spiez and Zweisimmen, and there are no dining cars on the train.

Day 1: Chillon Castle Day 2: Bern Day 3: Grindelwald Must-Visit Attractions 1. Chillon Castle Introduction: Chillon Castle is located on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland. It is a historic castle built in the 11th century, once serving as a military fortress and noble residence. The castle is majestically built against the mountains and water, surrounded by picturesque scenery, making it one of the most famous castles in Europe. Climbing up the castle offers a panoramic view of Lake Geneva and the distant mountain ranges, blending medieval charm with natural harmony. 2. Bern Introduction: Bern is the capital of Switzerland and a city rich in history and culture. Its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with narrow streets lined with colorful wooden buildings. The clock tower and fountains in the central Federal Square are iconic landmarks. Walking through Bern, you can feel the strong medieval atmosphere. 3. Grindelwald Introduction: Grindelwald is located at the foot of the Jungfrau and is an excellent spot for hiking and enjoying snowy mountain views. It is picturesque all year round, a paradise for skiing enthusiasts in winter, and the best place for hiking and admiring the magnificent Alps in summer. Taking a cable car to the top allows you to get close to glaciers and overlook the continuous mountain ranges. Must-Try Foods 1. Zeughauskeller Must-Try Dish: Bernese-style Braised Beef (Zürcher Geschnetzeltes), served with mashed potatoes and mushroom sauce, rich in flavor. 2. Restaurant Eigerblick Must-Try Dish: Alpine Cheese Platter, paired with local wine, enjoying the pure and beautiful mountain cuisine. 3. Le Château d'Ouchy Must-Try Dish: Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue, served with local bread, enjoying the rich and warm cheese melting on your tongue. Accommodation Recommendations Day 1: Recommended Area: Lake Geneva Shore Hotel Name: Montreux Palace Hotel Address: Located in the center of Montreux, close to Lake Geneva, within walking distance to enjoy the lake view. Day 2: Recommended Area: Old Town Hotel Name: Hotel Savoy Bern Hotel Address: Located in the center of the old town, convenient for visiting major attractions. Day 3: Recommended Area: Grindelwald Town Center Hotel Name: Hotel Eiger Hotel Address: Close to the cable car station, convenient for visiting major attractions. Photo Spots Day 1: Castle's Highest Point: Capture the panoramic view of Lake Geneva from the highest point of the castle, with stunning lake and mountain scenery. Castle Entrance: The ancient gate and walls of the castle are ideal for taking vintage-style photos. Day 2: Federal Square: Take photos with the clock tower and fountains, capturing the soul of the city. Bear Park: The symbol of Bern—the bear pit, where you can photograph adorable bear cubs. Day 3: Jungfrau Viewing Platform: At the cable car's terminal, capture the magnificent view of the Jungfrau. Grindelwald Lake: The sunset and reflections by the lake are a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Tips 1. Book tickets for Chillon Castle in advance to avoid queues during peak seasons. 2. While strolling through the old town, try some local handmade chocolates. 3. Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to visit the Jungfrau. Wear warm clothes as the temperature at the top is low.

1 Who says Switzerland is not fun in winter!! It's too beautiful! There are snow mountains and greenery This time I spent about 7k RMB in total (see the last picture) Play: Use Interlaken as a transit station, and return to a place every day. The advantage of this is that it is very flexible. Everyone knows that Swiss weather depends on luck. In this way, you only need to decide where to go according to the weather of the day Transportation The plane was bought more than a month in advance. Zurich to go, Geneva to return Local transportation decisively swiss pass, very fragrant, tired can take the bus at any time, golden train to see where good can get off directly Hotel Living in the small town of Wilderswil, which is only 6 minutes away from Interlaken train, you can also take the bus from Interlaken ost. There is not much to eat in the town, usually buy in Interlaken. But the town has no light pollution and is very quiet, the stars are super good at night! The hotel faces the Jungfrau, and the snow mountain is just outside the window when the weather is good Exchange money Just find a UBS and settle in francs is the real-time exchange rate. One of my great pleasures in Switzerland is to compare the exchange rates in various places, really only UBS has no handling fee Play 1 Day 1: Play in Zurich, stay in Interlaken on the same day. Zurich train station can store bags, there are many notes can be flipped. It was New Year's Eve that day, and the town's fireworks were quite good 2 Day 2: Interlaken round trip Zermatt (Matterhorn). The weather is super good, but my friends and I have high anti. The winter reflection there is frozen and covered by snow, and it is very dangerous to go there without professional shoes, I suggest everyone to consider life safety 3 Day 3: Interlaken - Golden Train Lucerne - Rigi. Rigi is really beautiful, although it is cloudy, it may be my favorite mountain, if conditions permit, take a cruise is great!4 Day 4: Interlaken round trip Grindelwald (First Mountain and Dream Slope), stay in Geneva at night. The paragliding and projects were cancelled due to the strong wind that day, but the scenery is really good. Remember to check the last cable car down the mountain time

#timetotravel Last winter, we travelled from Zurich to Geneva and had a stopover in Montreux. Since Freddie Mercury State is located on the shore of Lake Geneva in Montreux, and we do enjoy songs by Queen, we decided to visit the statute and pay our respects. Not knowing much about Queen apart from their songs, I was confused why was there a statute of Freddie Mercury in Montreux. After some research, I found out that Freddie had lived in Montreux and really enjoyed the town because of its tranquility which gives him a peace of mind; Queen also recorded six albums in Montreux. I have to say I very much agree with Freddie, Montreux is really a peaceful small town which offers stunning views of the Swiss Alps. Definitely do not miss out on Montreux when you are planning your visits in Switzerland/ France, and while you are at it, do not miss out on the Freddie Mercury Statute. #境外遊 #switzerland #montreux

It was an amazing experience to be able to ride this vintage train from Montreux to Interlaken. I literally forgot about the time that i’ve been spending since I enjoyed the views which are really mesmerising. From the golden leaves to the sparking white mountains , all I could say is How Great You are God! By the way, I purchased a Swiss Travel Pass which I got on sale last Autumn. It was an unlimited ride from most of the transportations and its worthy! #switzerland #newyearadventure #mountainview #train

Montreux is a Swiss municipality located on the northeastern shore of Lake Geneva. Due to its mild climate, it has been an important tourist destination since the 19th century, including many Belle Époque palaces and hotels close to the shores of Lake Geneva. Montreux train station is one of the stops on the Simplon Railway connecting Lausanne, Switzerland and Domodossola, Italy, and is a hub for mountain railways. A Late Bronze Age village was discovered at Montreux-Bage, the earliest known human settlement in Montreux. Here the Roman road from Italy across the Simplon Pass forked, and the road to Aventicum, the capital of Roman Switzerland, and the road into Gaul through present-day Besançon, France, diverged. This made it an important settlement in Roman times, and archaeological finds have revealed Roman villas from the 2nd to 4th centuries and cemeteries from the 6th to 7th centuries. The most popular castle among tourists today is Chillon Castle. This location has been a military stronghold since Roman times. The development of the current castle spans three periods: the Savoy period, the Bernese period and the Vaudois period. In the 12th century, grape cultivation was introduced to this region, and the sunny slopes facing the lake from the World Cultural Heritage site of Lavaux to Montreux have become an important wine producing area and one of the most valuable tourist destinations in Switzerland. #OverseasTravel #Alps #SwissTravelGuide #SwissTravel #Switzerlandissobeautiful #Switzerlandgoodplaces #SwissAlps #Lake #ChâteauChillon #Castle

#2023travelwish Chillon Castle is located on the shores of Lake Geneva. With this unique location, this water castle is a historic building in Switzerland. It's not a very big castle to begin with, but it definitely has a rich history behind it. It is easily accessible. You can get here by train, boat, bus, car, or on foot. By the way, to get a special souvenir home, this castle has its own wine, Clos de Chillon, which is produced from the region’s white grape. #mytripvlog

When you are in Geneva, Switzerland, don’t forget to visit Lake Geneva, where you can enjoy cruising or feel the lake breeze. There are some options for cruising. You can choose a 30-minutes cruising or try the longer one. I had a great time exploring the lake and its surroundings. I admired the breathtaking views and took many photos of the swan swimming peacefully and the picturesque landscape of the lake. #lake #lakegeneva #geneva #switzerland

Montreux is a traditional resort town on Lake Geneva. Nestled between steep hills and the lakeside, it's known for its mild microclimate and the Montreux Jazz Festival, held in July. The town's promenade is lined with flowers, sculptures, Mediterranean trees and grand Belle Époque buildings. Offshore is a medieval island castle, Château de Chillon, with ramparts, formal halls and a chapel with 14th-century murals When the sun shines, it’s the perfect time to discover the many sides of Montreux Riviera. From the terraced vineyards of Lavaux to the quays of Villeneuve, Montreux and Vevey, from hiking trails to the stages of the most popular festivals, there’s a hint of joie de vivre about the place. A wide range of experiences to enjoy as you wish.

#createwithtrip - A Medieval Castle Cultural Walk Location - Château de Chillon, Avenue de Chillon 21, CH 1820 Veytaux, Switzerland Operating Hours - April - October : 0:900AM to 06:00PM November - March : 10:00AM to 05:00PM Closed on 25 December and 1 January Chillon Castle is located on a small island on the banks of Lake Geneva, between Montreux and Villeneuve. You can get to the castle via the A9 motorway, Villeneuve or Montreux junctions. A free parking car park is available if you self drive but remember to bring along your valuables with you. Lockers are available for you to drop your belongings within the visitor center. The Chillon Castle, a "water side castle", is essentially a 12th century medieval fortress surrounded by a natural moat and is one of Switzerland’s highly visited cultural destination. Take a guided tour of the premises and learn all about the history of the castle, the various catacombs, spiral stairways, underground rooms, banquet halls, architecture and its surroundings. At the same time, look out from the castle and enjoy the breathtaking and calming views of Lake Geneva. Totally peaceful and idyllic. So if you are in Switzerland, why not plan for a cultural trip to the castle ? #culturewalk

#switzerland #swiss #luv_mountains Known as the "Swiss Riviera". The streets are dotted with flowers, the sky is blue, and people feel unprecedented tranquility when they are in it. This is not the first time I have come here, but after the new crown epidemic, her beauty has not diminished at all. It is also blue sky and white clouds. There is a unique tranquility that belongs to Montreux.

This is the medieval Chillon Castle located on Lake Geneva. The surrounding lake is also beautiful. Inside, there are exhibits that show various aspects of life at the time. They also take wedding photos around the area.

This is Montreux, where there is a statue of Queen's Freddie Mercury. It is a leisurely city next to a lake. They say they also hold a music festival every year. #HotPlace

🥳It’s Christmas again🎄 We recommend everyone to come to Montreux to feel the Christmas atmosphere. The 160 small rooms are all decorated with Christmas lights🪄. There are all kinds of delicacies😋. Be sure to eat the foie gras toast🍞 with a glass of warm mulled wine🍷. Every hour on the hour There will be Santa Claus flying in the sky🎅. We recommend that you come in the evening to see the beautiful sunset🌄 Tips: It’s really cold at night by Lake Geneva. If you go there, you really need to wear thick clothes, and there are quite a lot of people. There is a chance of being crowded, so be sure to wear a mask😷

🚅 It takes about an hour and a half to get from Geneva to Montreux Attractions📸 Chillon Castle🏰 🔸It is a medieval water castle, which has transformed from a monastery to a prison and now a historic site. It is surrounded by the beautiful Lake Geneva🌊, one of the most famous monuments in Switzerland, and is known as one of the "Top 10 Castles in Europe" among the people. 🔸When you come to Montreux, you must take the time to visit here😎 Tips📍 🔸Montreux is a beautiful city, with beautiful scenery everywhere and surprises everywhere. It is very convenient for both living and traveling. The community is well built. Eating, shopping, banks, and train stations are all very close and convenient. I suggest you spend some time to relax and take some photos near Lake Geneva. Food😋 🔸There are many specialties from different countries in Montreux, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, American, Italian and Swiss. You must try Chinese food here. Although each dish is about CHF20, the taste is really unique and authentic. Enjoying the food while looking at the scenery by the lake is really a great enjoyment in life😎

Montreux xmas market~ The Montreux coffee xmas market has a rich Christmas atmosphere. There are ham, hot wine, goose liver burger etc. The most fun thing is the Ferris wheel in the picture. From the opposite side of H&M, you can see the whole market, and the staff helps you turn in circles. It's very exciting hahahahahahaha #Gout #christmas

If you are traveling from Montreux to Interlaken and are not in a hurry, the Golden Pass is also a good choice. Starting from Montreux, all the way to Zweisimmen, and then taking a regular train back to Interlaken, although the journey is relatively long, the scenery along the way will definitely give you unexpected surprises. #goout

Take a bus from Montreux to Chateau de Chillion and Villeneuve Chateau means winery in French. However, when we went to Chillon Castle, the winery was not open 😂 Walking along Chillon Castle, you can reach the best photo area. Chillon Castle in winter feels like late autumn. Villeneuve is a small town with relatively few people. There is a Thai restaurant in Villeneuve. If you are interested, you can try it. It’s pretty good. #goout

#tripaway A very beautiful place, Lovely relaxing mini cruise which is about two hours from Montreaux past the Chateau Chillion and around that end of the lake. We had beautiful weather whilst there but it was still a little chilly on the deck, so take a jacket or similar and a sun hat / sun cream too .best wishes #tripaway

hello the second trip in Switzerland 🇨🇭summit DENT DE LYS Quiet little beautiful village near to city Genève #givethanks

Montreux's spring, walking to the mountains to see Narcissus romantic jazz capital Montreux (Montreux), is an idyllic small town, known as the "Swiss Riviera". Situated on the shores of the vast Lake Geneva, between the lakes and mountains, there are churches and small houses. The surface of the city of Xiyong is the business card of Montreux. In the early summer of the year, in the Montreux mountains of Switzerland, the red daffodils will suddenly open on the hillsides. They quickly open on both sides of the train track and open the ski resorts that are closed. A heavy snow, dyed the mountains into white, they are like the mission of replacing the heavy snow, with vigorous white, with dazzling light, officially bid farewell to the winter. A few centuries ago, at the turn of the spring and summer, the opening of the wild daffodils was once a prosperous age. Like people who are keen to go to the Netherlands to see tulips in May, and to see lavender in Provence in July. Before the First World War, every year in June, a large number of people would come here to see the daffodils. The Narcissus Festival is lively and extraordinary, and the grandeur is unprecedented. The symphony orchestra plays the music, the ballet opera group takes turns, and the parade floats shuttle in the city... After 1957, due to natural and artificial factors, the wild daffodils are getting less and less, the daffodils The flower festival is closed. Until recently, the daffodil festival has come back. The Swiss Daffodil Protection Association has launched different daffodil walking themes. The train company has also adjusted the route for the daffodil festival. Each hiker is required to protect the daffodils while also allowing the picking of small bundles. The narcissus is taken away. As if it was re-emerged yesterday, people took the hand of a lover, took the child, went to the depths of the mountains, came for the daffodils everywhere, for an ancient festival.

I really enjoyed my time there because it’s quite peaceful.#staycation 🕰️:

Beautiful views in Montreux Accross the lake at the mountains! #travel

1. About Switzerland's "Pride and Prejudice" - "Painfully expensive? That's because you haven't found the right way to enjoy it" In Switzerland, a bottle of mineral water costing 10 CHF (≈$80) is normal, but true players will tell you: "Money just accompanies you in a different way." For example: - Book a lake view suite at Burgenstock Hotels & Resort, enjoy private panoramic views of Lake Lucerne + cliff elevator, low season ¥15,000/night? Sorry, this is already a "value choice." - First class on the GoldenPass train? Too touristy. Charter a helicopter from Zurich to St. Moritz, overlooking the Alps peaks in 20 minutes - that's true understated luxury. - "Swiss people are cold? That's because you haven't understood their 'precision socializing'" Locals indeed don't like to initiate small talk, but if you happen to meet a banker in a cigar lounge in Gstaad and chat about privately cellared 1982 Lafite, they'll instantly switch to "chatty mode." --- 2. Food: The magical coexistence of Michelin and farmhouse cheese - "Swiss cuisine is Europe's culinary lowland? You definitely haven't tried the 'right cheese'" Complaining that Fondue (cheese fondue) is like melted rubber? Try Schloss Schauenstein's (three Michelin stars) chef's version made with Alpine wild herbs + 72-month aged Gruyère cheese, paired with a Dom Pérignon rosé champagne — even cheese can taste sophisticated. - Extravagant suggestion: Have a cheese with your name engraved on it custom-made at a Gstaad cheese workshop, and air-ship it home as a souvenir (shipping costs three times more than the cheese). - "The Hermès of chocolate isn't something you buy casually" Buying Lindt in tourist areas? True connoisseurs go to Confiserie Sprüngli in Zurich to order custom truffle chocolate gift boxes, or book a chocolate master class with Philippe Pascoët in Geneva to personally make gold foil-covered hazelnut fillings (perfect for social media posts). - Hidden menu: The wealthy's "wild game feast" During September hunting season, certain private estates offer venison tartare + black truffles (requires personal connections). Pair it with Swiss local juniper spirit Santis Malt, more "niche and sophisticated" than Scottish whisky. --- 3. "Money-is-no-object" checklist - Stay: - Le Richemond in Geneva (under the Dorchester group), with suite bathrooms overlooking Mont Blanc. - Badrutt's Palace in St. Moritz, ski directly back to the hotel in winter. - Transportation: Rent a Mercedes G-Class snow edition to drive through Alpine passes, or take the Glacier Express VIP crystal carriage with unlimited champagne refills. - Activities: Hire a private guide in Zermatt for night climbing of the Matterhorn, exclusively enjoying the "golden peak" at sunrise; or rent a century-old castle in Interlaken for a dinner party (yes, you really can rent it). Conclusion: The beauty of Switzerland lies in how its extreme prices filter the crowds. When you stop obsessing over "is it worth it" and start asking "do I want it," you've truly unlocked this country.