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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.
On offer 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, sledging 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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