Lake Geneva Region
Known to most as Lake Geneva, to Francophones it is Lac Léman. Lined by
the elegant city of Lausanne and a phalanx of pretty smaller towns, the
Swiss side of the lake presents the marvellous emerald spectacle of
tightly ranked vineyards spreading beautifully in those celebrated terraces up the steep hillsides
of the Lavaux area. Now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These grapes and those grown to the west of
Lausanne produce some fine wines and it is possible to visit some
caveaux (cellars) for wine tasting. Modest beaches, often backed by
peaceful woodland, dot the lake, and around Vevey-Montreux the climate
is mild enough for palm trees to thrive. Large wheat fields on the plain above the lake. In between medieval towns with massive castles. Both the Jura mountains and quiet Vallée de Joux to the north, and the Vaud Alps to the east featuring lush pastures, picturesque chalet villages, mountain peaks and glaciers – also an ideal ski country in winter times!
Vevey
One of the "Pearls of the Swiss Riviera". Its lakeside location with breathtaking views of the Alpine panorama, its extraordinarily mild climate, the vineyards, numerous excursion destinations in the region and proud paddlewheel steamers on the lake characterise this town on the shores of Lake Geneva. Vevey is also home to the world-renowned company Nestlé.
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| The Alimentarium Museum, Vevey | |
The Alimentarium or Food Museum (Nestlé), involves visitors in its enthusiastic, lively and dynamic approach to the many aspects of food. |
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| Mont Pèlerin - Vevey | |
There are magnificent panoramic views from Mont Pèlerin as far as the eye can see. Passing between lake, vines, orchards and forests, the funicular offers the most enjoyable approach to the vantage points of the Chardonne and Mont-Pèlerin. After this pleasant ascent, you can get to know the pathways through the vineyards, their gastronomy and local wines. |
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| Château de Chillon, Montreux-Vevey | |
Chillon Castle - located on a rocky island near the shore of Lake Geneva featuring fortified walls and towers; the prison in which Bonivard was held in chains for four years and which provided Lord Byron with the inspiration for his famous poem "The prisoners of Chillon" in 1816 deserves particular attention. Nowadays the impressive castle is a museum. |
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| Hotels in the region | |
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Astra Hotel, Vevey-Montreux
Style, tradition and first-class hospitality for over 50 years in the picturesque town of Vevey. |
