Montreux - Pearl of the Swiss Riviera - is nestled between majestic mountains and lovely Lake Geneva, in a setting of great natural beauty. Thanks to its privileged position, the lakeside resort has a mild, congenial climate and lush vegetation.

Surrounding summits can be reached by mountain railway, other destinations by stately steamship or by road. The many attractive excursion destinations include Chillon Castle, Gruyères, Lausanne, Berne, Gstaad, Zermatt and the Matterhorn.

The Montreux region is renowned for its festivals and open-air summer concerts, as well as its flower-decorated quayside, sun terraces, casino, discos, bars, bistros and boutiques. Cosy restaurants serve fresh fish from the lake accompanied by the famous local wine.

Top events include the Narcissus Festival (May-June), Jazz Festival (July) and the sailing regatta, Léman Tradition (July-August).

Its privileged location and the wide variety of services available have enabled a considerable number of private schools to develop within this dynamic region, thereby contributing to the excellent international reputation for education that Switzerland enjoys today. Choose to study in the French speaking region of Switzerland and you’ll enjoy the perfect setting for learning, at the very heart of Europe, less than 2 hours from Paris, London, Milan, Munich or Barcelona.