Montreux, Switzerland

   The city of Montreux is nestled in a sheltered bay on the shores of beautiful Lake Geneva. It is surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps.  The world famous Montreux Jazz Festival,  takes place each year in June and July, and features artists and concerts on a variety of stages and parks through the city.

   Because of the exceptionally mild climate, Montreux is called the capital of the Vaud Riviera.  Plants associated with the Mediterranean, such as pines, cypresses and palm trees grow here.  Charlie Chaplin, Freddie Mercury and several other famous people lived and continue to live in around Montreux.

   The long, flower-bordered lake promenade which links the cities of Vevey and Montreux continues on going all the way to Chillon Castle. Cultural events, such as the Montreux Jazz Festival, as well as countless excursion options to the majestic Alps or on the lake make Montreux one of the the most popular destination in Switzerland. Many of the houses along the lakeside road, including the magnificent Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, date from the  Belle Epoque.  And the town has a modern congress and exhibition center, the Montreux Music and Convention Center.