The start or finishing city for Switzerland’s famous Golden Pass Train Route, and only three hours by train from Zurich, Montreux is a destination in its own right.
Walk the Lakefront Promenade
Take a walk along the scenic lakefront boulevard towards Chillon Castle from the Tourist Information Bureau. Keep an eye out for the palm trees along the boardwalk.
Is the most visited historic monument in Switzerland. Located on a small island on the banks of the lakefront; for a medieval castle, it is very easily accessed.
Gruyeres Medieval Castle & Cheese Factory
At Gruyeres, you will see the castle up on the hill above the station. It will take about 20 minutes to walk to the castle.