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What to see in Montreux

The Swiss Riviera, with Chillon Castle on the water.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
Photo: Maude Rion · CC BY-SA 4.0

Montreux highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Chillon Castle

    A medieval castle on a rock in the lake.

  2. Freddie Mercury statue

    Facing the lake.

  3. Flower promenade

    Along the lake.

  4. Rochers-de-Naye

    A train up to a viewpoint with marmots.

  5. Jazz Festival

    Every July.

Day trips from Montreux

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Montreux

Any time of year is good to travel to Montreux: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb no warnings
  3. Mar no warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: the Beiz (local tavern). The dishes you can’t miss are in the Switzerland guide.

Frequently asked questions about Montreux

What to see in Montreux?

Chillon Castle, Freddie Mercury statue, Flower promenade, Rochers-de-Naye and Jazz Festival.

What to see in Montreux in one day?

Don’t miss Chillon Castle, Freddie Mercury statue, Flower promenade, Rochers-de-Naye and Jazz Festival. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to Montreux?

Any time of year is good to travel to Montreux: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

What day trips can you take from Montreux?

Chillon.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.