Region
During your stay in our beautiful region, these are some of the experiences we can advise
Château de Chillon
This is an absolute must ! Only 2km away from the hotel, this castle dating from the age of bronze, is the most visited site in Switzerland! You can follow an individual of group visit as you prefer, the bus stop is 100 meters away from the hotel.
http://www.chillon.ch/fr/
Casino of Montreux
thanks to Deep Purple’s “smoke on waters” this is a wold known casino. Only 10 minutes on foot from the hotel, you will be able to enjoy 22 tables from Black Jack, Roulettes, Pokers and many others. Try your luck! Regular shows take place throughout the year for your entertainment.
http://www.lucienbarriere.com/fr/Casino/Montreux/accueil.html
Visit a traditional cheese making chalet
This excursion will take you to the col de Jaman, for a traditional swiss experience. Visit the cheese making chalet of Revon. (preferably visit in the morning in the summer time).
http://www.commune-de-montreux.ch/decouvrir/territoire/alpages/fromagerie-de-demonstration.html
Marmot Park and Rocher-de-Naye
A short train ride from Montreux will take you to the Rocher-de-Naye. This is one of the most beautiful spot overlooking the lake, just spectacular. In addition, you can visit the park « Marmot Paradise » is situated at the Rocher-de-Naye where you can discover 11 species of Marmot.
http://www.montreuxriviera.com/fr/Culture_loisirs/Excursions2_mw/Montagne/MarmottesParadis
Chocolate factory Cailler in Broc
you have sweet tooth ? or you are curious to discover history or the step in making a world famous chocolate, this is a must see! You can even take part in a chocolate making workshop, where you will create your own chocolate. The factory is located in the beautiful Gruyere area and can be visited year round,
http://www.cailler.ch/en/
Fondation Pierre Gianadda
From Van Gogh, Picasso, Modigliani to Marc Chagall, you will admire masterpieces from the most famous painter and sculptors. The Pierre Gianadda Fundation in Martigny features exhibition and concerts year round. The gardens of the exhibition is also famous for its statues from Moore or Miro. You are certain to have a fascinating time. (45 minutes by train from Montreux – bus from Martigny station to Fundation Pierre Gianadda)http://www.gianadda.ch/wq_pages/en/informations/index.php
Lavaux, wine tour
The Lavaux wine region is recognised as a world heritage area by UNESCO. Visit this unique wine area composed of 10’000 terraces and discover the wine making tradition so intertwined with the Swiss culture. Whether you are an amateur, passionate or eager to taste some local specialities, this will be an unforgettable experience.
http://www.swissrivierawinetours.com/fr%0d
Lavey natural bath
Have a well-deserved break and enjoy the revitalising natural sources of Lavey les Bain. Facing the beautiful Dents du Midi mountain chain, the baths welcome you all year round. By night, the site of the warmest water thermal sources in Switzerland is simply stunning. (25 minutes by car – 50 minutes by train).
http://www.lavey-les-bains.ch/fr/bains-thermaux
Olympic Museum – Lausanne
Calgary 1988, Lillhammer 1994, Vancouver 2010, London 2012!!! Relive the best moments of the games at since its beginning or discover the sites of the futures locations of the Olympic Games. Thanks to state of the art technology, you will feel that you experience the game from within.
http://www.olympic.org/museum
Museums :
Here are some of the Museums you will be able to discover in the area :
Montreux :
http://www.museemontreux.ch/page/accueil.html
Vevey :
La Tour de Peilz :
Gruyère :
