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Montreux is a classic resort town on the Swiss Riviera beside Lake Geneva, with a climate so unusually mild that palm trees and flowers grow all along the lakeside promenade. This is the home of the world-class Montreux Jazz Festival and was once the residence of stars like Freddie Mercury, who has a statue by the lake. Not far away stands Chillon Castle, the most-photographed water castle in Switzerland.
Why stay in Montreux
Chillon Castle
A medieval castle on a rocky island by the lake, the most-photographed and most-visited castle in Switzerland.
Lakeside Promenade
A long lakeside walk lined with flowers and palm trees, with gorgeous views of the Alps across the water.
Jazz Festival
The Montreux Jazz Festival every July draws world-class artists to perform by the lake over more than two weeks.
GoldenPass Railway
The start of the scenic GoldenPass railway up to the vineyards, meadows and the town of Gstaad.
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Local dishes to try in Montreux
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Lake Perch
Perch fillets from Lake Geneva pan-fried in butter (filets de perche), a popular lakeside dish.
📍 Local Food - 2🍷
Lavaux Wine
White Chasselas from the terraced vineyards beside town, fresh and crisp, a great match for lake fish.
📍 Drink - 3🍫
Riviera Chocolate
The Swiss Riviera is fine-chocolate country, near Vevey, the birthplace of Nestlé and Cailler.
📍 Dessert - 4🧀
Fondue & Raclette
Classic Swiss melted cheese, perfect for a cool evening by the lake after a stroll.
📍 Swiss Food
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Château de Chillon
A medieval water castle on a rocky island — explore the dungeons, towers and lake views, the most famous landmark.
📍 Lakeside - 2🎸
Freddie Mercury Statue
A statue of the Queen frontman who once lived and made music in Montreux, a photo spot by the lake.
📍 Lakeside - 3🌴
Lakeside Promenade
A lakeside walk lined with flowers and palms — stroll along admiring the Alpine views the whole way.
📍 Town Centre - 4🚠
Rochers-de-Naye
Ride the cogwheel railway up to a 2,042-metre peak for a panorama of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
📍 Above Town - 5🍫
Vevey
A nearby lakeside town, home of Nestlé and the Alimentarium food museum, with a Chaplin statue.
📍 Nearby - 6🍇
Lavaux Vineyards
The UNESCO World Heritage terraced vineyards by the lake between Montreux and Lausanne — walk the views and taste the wine.
📍 Nearby
Things to do in Montreux
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3 Montreux hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.0LuxuryFairmont Le Montreux Palace
#1 grand hotel · 5-star on Lake Geneva
★ 8.8Luxury
★ 8.6Upper-midโรงแรมแนะนำทั้งหมดในMontreux
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Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic
#3 Rail-trip base · opposite the station, lake views
Hôtel du Grand Lac Excelsior
#7 Belle Epoque 3-star · right on Lake Geneva
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🚆 Getting around Montreux
Walking the Lakeside
The lakeside promenade links the town centre to Chillon Castle, about a 45-minute walk full of lovely views.
Montreux Railway Station
Connecting to Lausanne in 25 minutes, and the start of the scenic GoldenPass railway to Gstaad and Lucerne.
CGN Lake Boats
Belle époque boats on Lake Geneva to Lausanne, Vevey and Chillon Castle.
Lakeside Buses
Local buses run along the lake linking Montreux, Vevey and Chillon Castle conveniently.
Where to go next near Montreux
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GenevaHome to the UN headquarters and the famous Jet d'Eau fountain, on the shore of Lake Geneva with views of the Alps and Mont Blanc.
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BernThe capital many people forget — a UNESCO-listed medieval old town wrapped by the emerald Aare River and lined with covered arcades.
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LucerneA classic lakeside town with the Chapel Bridge, the stone Lion Monument, and views of Mount Pilatus and Mount Rigi.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Montreux
How many days should I spend in Montreux?+
One to two days is ideal — spend the time walking the lakeside, visiting Chillon Castle and riding the Rochers-de-Naye railway. If you come during the July jazz festival, allow more time.
How do I get to Chillon Castle from Montreux?+
Walk along the lake for about 45 minutes, take a local bus a few stops, or take a CGN boat from the Montreux pier — choose whichever you like, the views are lovely either way.
When is the Montreux Jazz Festival held?+
From early to mid-July each year, lasting about two weeks, with both paid concerts and free lakeside stages. Hotels fill up fast during this period, so book ahead.
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