The best running trails around La Tour-de-Peilz

This lakeside promenade is brilliant. Even non-botanists can admire great, old subtropical plants and fantastic seasonal flower arrangements here. In spring, the snowfields of the mountains on the southern shore (Haute Savoie) compete with the sparkling and glittering stars on the waves of Lake Geneva. A dream.

You can cycle from Villeneuve, via Montreux, to the port of Clarens along the paved promenade (along the water's edge). Please respect pedestrians! A beautiful ride in both directions.

After Freddie's death, the band initially tried to create a memorial for his fans and followers in London. However, the city council refused. A suitable location was found in Montreux on the shores of Lake Geneva, where the band recorded their last albums and albums at Mountain Studios, and where Freddie also owned an apartment. The statue, created by sculptor Irena Sedlecka (1928-2020), stands almost 3 meters high above Lake Geneva and was unveiled five years after Freddie's death, on November 25, 1996, by Freddie's parents and Montserrat Caballé, in the presence of band members Brian May and Roger Taylor. An impressive video with original footage of the unveiling can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxwcVx8NCKI

Freddie Mercury Statue, Montreux “If you want peace of mind, come to Montreux,” said Freddie Mercury (1946–1991). He not only lived here but also recorded six of his albums with Queen, including “Made in Heaven.” His statue on the lakeside promenade was erected in his memory in 1996. It is easily recognizable by the flowers that his fans still leave there today. Text / Source: Montreux-Vevey Tourism https://www.montreuxriviera.com/de/P976/statue-freddie-mercury

Montreux Covered Market, Montreux Built at the end of the 19th century, the "Marché Couvert" (Covered Market) was a gift to the city of Montreux from Henri Nestlé. The metal structure of the market hall is inspired by the famous Halles de Victor Baltard in Paris. Located directly on the lake and just steps from most hotels, it is the ideal venue for your event. The market hall can accommodate 800 people for a dinner and 1,000 for a cocktail party. Text / Source: Montreux-Vevey Tourism https://www.montreuxriviera.com/de/P75746/marche-couvert-de-montreux

The Belle Époque ships have been sailing on Central Europe's largest lake for 140 years, offering enchanting cruises between France and Switzerland. The views from the ships stretch from harbors and castles (Chillon, Morges, Rolle, Yvoire, etc.) across vineyards (Lavaux UNESCO World Heritage Site and La Côte) to the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and Savoy Alps. The ships' docks serve as starting points for fascinating city tours (Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey) and attractive excursions. The Belle Époque ships have been sailing on Central Europe's largest lake for 140 years, offering enchanting cruises between France and Switzerland. The views from the ships stretch from harbors and castles (Chillon, Morges, Rolle, Yvoire, etc.) across vineyards (Lavaux UNESCO World Heritage Site and La Côte) to the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and Savoy Alps. The ship docks are the starting point for exciting city tours (Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey) and attractive excursions. Text / Source: CGN SA, Avenue de Rhodanie 17, 1007 Lausanne / myswitzerland.com https://www.myswitzerland.com/de-ch/erlebnisse/schifffahrt-genfersee/

Montreux – CGN – Lake Geneva Cruises For a romantic or gourmet cruise, or simply to cross Lake Geneva: the ships of the Compagnie Générale de Navigation (CGN) are a must during your holiday in Switzerland. Take a boat from Lausanne-Ouchy that will take you to one of the forty ports on the Swiss and French shores. Text / Source: Embarcadère CGN de Lausanne-Ouchy, Quai Jean-Pascal Delamuraz 1, Lausanne https://www.montreuxriviera.com/de/P627/schifffahrten-auf-dem-genfersee-cgn

The Alimentarium is a museum that shows nutrition in all its different facets. Visitors can also approach the topic in an interactive way. The museum was founded by the Nestlé Group.