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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 Château 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 on the rack railway 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 Château 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 on the rack railway or wander Old Montreux to taste its Edwardian flavour. « less

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Suisse Majestic Grand Hotel

4 of 5 stars
Southampton
29 Nov 2009

Stayed here for 2 nights on my own as part of business trip. Location wise it is excellent directly opposite the train station. My room was spacious and it was facing the Lake and you could see the...more

Hotel Masson

5 of 5 stars
Valais, Switzerland
24 Nov 2009

Picked this hotel for its close proximity to Chateau Chillon which was a pleasant 10-15 mins walk along the lakeside promenade. Hotel Masson may be situated in Veytaux but the main town of Montreux...more

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace

4 of 5 stars
Hamburg, Germany
23 Nov 2009

I was here for a two day business event taking place in the hotel. I was pleasantly surprised by the room and its size. The decor and style of this hotel is old-fashioned but everything has been...more

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