Why go
- Municipality in Vaud, Switzerland.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Château de Chillon (Castle).
- Served by Base ULM Thollon les Mémises.
History
Montreux is a Swiss municipality and town on the shoreline of Lake Geneva at the foot of the Alps. It belongs to the Riviera-Pays-d'Enhaut district in the canton of Vaud, having a population of nearly 27,000 with about 85,000 in the Vevey-Montreux agglomeration as of 2019.
Must-see attractions
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Base ULM Thollon les Mémises. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Clarens, 1.2 km); routes include Clarens - Montreux, Vevey - Clarens, Vevey - Montreux.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Montreux, Switzerland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.