City Break Montreux – Wine and Views on the Swiss Riviera

The charming town of Montreux is located on the shores of Lake Geneva and attracts visitors with its regional cuisine, excellent wine and picturesque landscapes. The city has a lot to offer: During your Montreux city break, explore the impressive Chillon Castle right on the water or enjoy a wine tasting in the vineyards of Lavaux.

4 days / 3 nights
from CHF 380
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Highlights

  • Montreux on the Swiss Riviera
  • Experience history up close at Chillon Castle on Lake Geneva
  • The spectacular vineyards of Lavaux – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Wine tasting in the vineyards

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Itinerary

Overview

  • Day 1 Arrival in Montreux
  • Day 2 Visit Chillon Castle
  • Day 3 Wine tasting in Lavaux
  • Day 4 Return journey from Montreux

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Day 1

Arrival in Montreux

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You travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Montreux.

Overnight stay in Montreux
City by the lake with surrounding wooded hills and mountains in the background.
Day 2

Visit Chillon Castle

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Use the Riviera Card and discover Montreux and the surrounding area. For example, visit Chillion Castle and indulge yourself in a restaurant.

Overnight stay in Montreux
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Day 3

Wine tasting in Lavaux

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Hop on the train and travel 30 minutes to Puidoux, in the heart of the Lavaux wine region. A short walk will take you to Domaine Gaillard et Fils for a wine tasting.

Overnight stay in Montreux
A hand holding a wine glass with white wine in front of a landscape with vineyards and a lake.
Day 4

Return journey from Montreux

Itinerary

Travel by public transport from Montreux to the end point of your trip in Switzerland.

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When is the best time to travel?

Travel period
May to October
Recommended travel period
May to October
High season
June to September

Important information about the trip

What our Switzerland expert says

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Perfect combination

The Montreux Riviera, the vineyards of Lavaux and the famous Chillon Castle. The perfect combination for a relaxing city break.

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