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Belle Époque Train: How to book this vintage scenic rail journey

How to book this special vintage train for a scenic journey to Montreux and Gstaad in western Switzerland.

Les Avants Viewpoint & Narcissus Trail

1.5 h
4.4 k
89m
258m

Loop trail in the foothills near Montreux to admire the narcissus flowers in late May and early June.

Lake Geneva Region

Dent de Jaman – hike to peak above Montreux

Moderate
2.2 h
6.4 k
300m
310m

Hike to the top of a mountain peak overlooking Montreux and Lake Geneva.

Montreux Narcissus Flower Trail (Haut de Caux)

Moderate
2.5 h
6.5 k
160m
630m

One of the prettiest places to enjoy the narcissus flowers near Montreux, with the dense blooms set against panorama views across Lac Leman and the surrounding mountains.

Lake Geneva Region

Rochers de Naye 2040m • Highest viewpoint over Montreux

Ride a cogwheel train to the highest point overlooking Montreux, where you can peer over the cliffs, visit an alpine flower garden, and make friends with the resident marmots.

Lake Geneva Region

Les Pléiades Hike • Easiest hike for Narcissus flowers

Easy
2 h
5.45 k
200m
200m

The easiest flower hike near Montreux to see the narcissus blooms (wild daffodils) in late May. Accessible by car or train and an easy hike with lots of places to picnic.

Lake Geneva Region

Montreux Noël Christmas market • 10 Activities for Families

This lively Christmas market on the beautiful shores of Lake Geneva has lots of fun extras for children, making it a great choice for a special family weekend.

Lake Geneva Region

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