Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Montreux Riviera — Be Inspired!

Thanks to its micro-climate and safe environment, Montreux Riviera is one of Switzerland’s most famous resorts.

A wide range of overnight accommodations — from the palace to the private guest house, romantic villages, medieval castles and elegant “Belle Époque” edifice — attest to the great variety of the region. Furthermore, highlights such as the famous Chillon Castle (www.chillon.ch), fun parks, private schools and spas/clinics and international festivals such as the Montreux Jazz Festival (www.montreuxjazz.com) contribute to Montreux Riviera’s worldwide reputation.

Explore, learn, discover… while having fun with your family. Montreux Riviera is a great resort for families. Many fun parks and excursion opportunities allow guests to spend a marvelous time in the region. People will feel at ease in the numerous hotels that overlook Lake Geneva and the Alps. Even more, if someone is looking for an apartment in a hotel, the Bristol is the place to go, with its seven modern apartments with lake view or five suites (www.hotel-bristol.montreux.ch).

Theme parks
In the immediate vicinity of Montreux Riviera, a number of theme parks offer a wide range of diverse activities for families. Some include: Adventure Park (a tree-top trail), Swiss Steam Park (miniature trains), Bex Salt Mines, Adventure Labyrinth, Aquaparc (toboggans, aquatic games) and FunPlanet (karting, bowling).

A haven for animals
At the “Marmottes Paradis,” which can be reached by the railway to les Rochers-de-Naye mountain, you can learn about the life and habits of the marmot, a cute and shy little mountain animal. An information center (permanent exhibition, film, games) and various observation posts are installed close to the burrows.

Dream trains and boats to get away from it all
From Vevey to the Pléiades mountain, from Montreux to les Rochers-de-Naye mountain, cogwheel trains and funiculars carry you through landscapes of intact beauty. You can also discover the “Lavaux Express” and “Lavaux Panoramicm” or hop on the “Chocolate train,” which is a special treat for all gourmets.

For those who prefer water, old paddle steamers are still sailing on Lake Geneva (www.cgn.ch). This is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon on a deck while gazing at the area’s most beautiful landscapes!

A feast for the eyes
The GoldenPass, the world’s first panoramic train with ultramodern carriages, offer wide angled views of the landscape. In addition, its early 20th Century “Belle Époque” Pullman cars offer you an incredible view of the Swiss Alps during the journey from Montreux to Gstaad. While you are at it, you can almost cross the whole of Switzerland via Interlaken and then Lucerne. (www.goldenpass.ch)

Be inspired by the region’s multiple charms! Visit Montreux Riviera! - (Newsindia Syndication)

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