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Montreux: Nearby Towns
Vevey
Vevey
is a charming tourist resort on the shores of Lake Geneva. Surrounded
by vineyards and the foothills of the Alps, this delightful town
is the starting point for numerous excursions, whether by train,
boat or on foot. Enjoy the flowers on the fifteen kilometers lakeside
trail or follow the marked trail guiding you to Ernest Hemingway's
favorite haunts. Why not pick up a passport for ten museums along
the Riviera, or take in a film or music festival? The town also
has fascinating markets and an exciting summer activity program.
A new addition to the town's
charms is the "Train des Vignes" which runs from Vevey
to Chexbres-Puidoux, from where you can take a panoramic lift to
the heights of Mont-Pèlerin. The train takes visitors through
the unique vineyards and picturesque villages of the Lavaux region.
Things to do and see are: wine-cellar visits, wine appreciation
seminars, guided wine walking tours, mountain-biking, tennis and
squash. The region also boasts a fascinating watch museum and top-quality
cuisine and hotels. Let yourself be charmed by one of Switzerland's
loveliest places!
Villeneuve
Located
at the eastern end of Lake Geneva, Villeneuve is an ancient and
picturesque town full of delights for the visitor. The Town Hall
(formerly a hospital) is outstanding, with its square tower, noble
appearance and splendid ribbed vaulting. The church of Saint-Paul,
in the Grand-Rue, has beautiful coats of arms from the House of
Savoy. The art gallery in the old town exhibits paintings, engravings,
objects d' art and antiques in a medieval setting.
Combining a peaceful atmosphere
with a special joie de vivre, Villeneuve is a stimulating place
for a holiday. It's also a dream destination if you're a fishing
fan. The town has comfortable and modestly priced hotel facilities
and is well-known for its gastronomic specialties and fine wines.
Visitors can enjoy a particularly varied range of entertainment
options: theatres, concerts, shows, traditional fairs, exhibitions,
dancing and much more.
Les Diablerets
Les
Diablerets is a popular year-round holiday resort located in the
scenic heart of the Vaudois Alps. It is surrounded by unspoiled
nature at the foot of an impressive Alpine massif, capped by one
of Switzerland's most beautiful glaciers. This picturesque village
is a busy, bustling tourist resort but retains an Alpine charm far-removed
from the pace and pressures of everyday life.
In winter, a wide choice of
activities are on offer - skiing and snowboarding (150 kilometers
of trails), snowshoe trekking, hiking, sledding and ice skating.
Summer attractions include mountain biking, Via Ferrata (high mountain
routes with fixed climbing aids), hiking and skiing and snowboarding
on the glacier.
Whether you seek rest and relaxation
or action and adventure, Les Diablerets is the ideal year-round
holiday resort.
Lausanne
In
addition to its outstanding setting and historic sites, come to
Lausanne for excellent shopping (department stores and specialist
boutiques with all the big brand names and locally produced gift
ideas), stroll through the town's pedestrianised streets and relax
on our café terraces. You can also enjoy top-quality shows
and exhibitions throughout the year and practice every sport under
the sun…or almost!
Whether you're here in summer or winter, sample top-quality gastronomic
delights and local specialties accompanied by excellent local wines.
We can also offer lake cruises and a thousand and one outings in
the area, as well as outstanding cultural and sporting events.
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