Lake Geneva & Western Switzerland Archives

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.

Fun weekend itinerary for the Vaud alps in western Switzerland including golf, hiking, alpine lake swimming, Swiss-French cuisine, and a luxurious family-friendly hotel.

Lake Geneva Region

GoldenPass Express: Scenic Train from Montreux to Interlaken

Learn about costs, benefits, timetables, and how to book tickets for this panorama rail journey from Interlaken to Montreux Switzerland.

Bernese Oberland

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

Montreux Riviera • 2 day spring itinerary with kids

A fun-filled weekend for families on the Montreux Riviera, with flower hikes, walk through the famous terraced vineyards, a boat ride, panorama views from a mountain top and beautiful sunsets over the lake. Details for all our activities in this post.

Yverdon-les-Bains • 2 day itinerary for families

This summer we visited the lovely Yverdons-les-Bains in western Switzerland, where we hiked to a beautiful cliff ridge, explored the largest cave system in Switzerland, cooled off in the lake with pedalos, relaxed at the thermal baths and wandered the charming old town.

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

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

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.

Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory

This chocolate factory near Gruyères in western Switzerland has a fun multimedia tour, free samples, chocolate workshops, Escape Game, and a fun playground to get your wiggles out.

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

Lavaux Terraced Vineyards Hike along Lake Geneva

Moderate
4 h
12 k
230m
240m

Walk through the Lavaux terraced vineyards along Lake Geneva, enjoying panorama views and wine tasting. Shorter route and shuttle bus options as well.

Region: Lake Geneva & Western Switzerland