Journey to Montreux and the Swiss Riviera – Episode 773

September 12, 2023

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Hear about journey to Montreux and the Swiss Riviera because the Newbie Traveler talks to Chantal Patton from GrowingUpWithoutBorders.com about her adopted house nation.

Chantal says: “In case you’re speaking in regards to the French space, everybody hears typically about Geneva and Lake Geneva, the Swiss Riviera is that stunning space alongside Lake Geneva going over in the direction of what they name the Valais space. I might go on and on about how stunning it’s. It’s a spot that’s typically missed. Lots of people go to the Swiss-German space, and so they go see perhaps Interlaken or Lucerne or perhaps even discover into Geneva however don’t actually totally go across the lake and uncover the wonder.”

Chantal begins us in Geneva. You’ll be able to fly in there and simply catch a prepare to the opposite finish of the lake to Montreux which generally is a good base for exploring this space. Alongside the best way, you’ll have a view of the French Alps on the south aspect of Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman). Examine into your lodge or B&B after which get well out of your jetlag with a stroll alongside the shores of the lake. In the summertime, carry your swimsuit and take a dip within the lake or in a lakeside pool. Go to the Chillon Fort which impressed the Little Mermaid fort.

If you’re a fan of Charlie Chaplain, there’s a museum close to Montreux in the home the place the actor retired. Take a day to go on the MOB (Montreux Oberland Bernois) Railway which is a scenic prepare that heads up into the mountains behind town. Additionally in that space is town of Gruyères which is understood for its cheese however you must also attempt the native chocolate from Gruyères.

For journey sports activities, there may be snowboarding and paragliding. On Rochers de Naye you may ski or sightsee. There’s a restaurant on the finish of the hour-long prepare experience with an ideal view into the Swiss Alps. Take a hike if you are there.

Take a experience on one of many CGN Boats that are sidewheeler paddleboats alongside the lake. Make a cease at Évian-les-Bains the place the world-famous Évian water comes from.

There are numerous festivals within the Montreux space together with the Montreux Noël Christmas market, the Montreux Jazz Pageant, and the Fête des Vignerons (feast of the winemakers). The wine space on the north aspect of the lake is the Lavaux, Winery Terraces that are a UNESCO World Heritage web site. Followers of Queen can come for Freddie Mercury Days.

Whether or not you’re taking an alpine coaster or lounge in native scorching springs, feast on the native cheese, or hike the mountains, there are a number of actions for guests.

We additionally speak in regards to the city of Zermatt and the Matterhorn which might make an ideal aspect journey from the world.

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