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Visiting Montreux, Switzerland


Jazz aficionados know Montreux as the home of the famed jazz festival. And where else will you find a statue of Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury? But even those who aren't music fans will find respite in this resort town on the Swiss Riviera: The wineries here are world renowned, the Chateau de Chillon is an impressive example of a medieval castle and the views of the Dents-du-Midi are breathtaking. Walk on the lake promenade, ride the cogwheel train or wander Old Montreux to taste its... more » Jazz aficionados know Montreux as the home of the famed jazz festival. And where else will you find a statue of Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury? But even those who aren't music fans will find respite in this resort town on the Swiss Riviera: The wineries here are world renowned, the Chateau de Chillon is an impressive example of a medieval castle and the views of the Dents-du-Midi are breathtaking. Walk on the lake promenade, ride the cogwheel train or wander Old Montreux to taste its Edwardian flavor. « less
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Jul
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56°F 13°C
Aug
75°F 23°C
55°F 12°C
Sep
67°F 19°C
49°F 9°C
Oct
58°F 14°C
43°F 6°C
Nov
46°F 7°C
34°F 1°C
Dec
39°F 3°C
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51°F 10°C
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73°F 22°C
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50°F 10°C
Monday
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77°F 25°C
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Traveler Reviews

Suisse Majestic Grand Hotel

4 of 5 stars
dallas
Jul 15, 2009

This might be a 2 or 3 star hotel in the US, but for the locale I give it 4 stars. There is no A/C, just a fan, if its hot outside you will be miserable. But, the location is great. Right across...more

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace

4 of 5 stars
Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Jul 14, 2009

Getting there is easy - I took a train from Geneva airport, and the views afforded this way are incredible. It's then a short walk to the hotel. Checking in is good, and the reception was great....more

Suisse Majestic Grand Hotel

Jul 13, 2009

I read multiple reviews about this hotel and I would have to agree with the majority of the issues that were mentioned. The first issue I had with the hotel was there was no assistance for anyone who...more

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