Montreux, Lausanne, and Geneva have the best Christmas markets (Marché de Noël / Weihnachtsmarkt), decorations, and Xmas lights to visit in 2026 in the Lac Léman region of Switzerland. The Advent season before Christmas brings some color and holiday cheer to the Lake Geneva region. Many towns see an increase in cultural events — not … Read more
Biking around Lac Léman is easy on cycling route 46, which guides cyclists around Lake Geneva in Switzerland and France. The route is relatively flat but offers fantastic views of not only the lake but also the Alps and the Jura mountains. Cycling route 46 guides cyclists on the 200-km Tour du Léman bike tour … Read more
Visit open cellars and wineries near Lake Geneva for Swiss wine tasting, with 2027 Caves Ouvertes dates, prices, and transportation tips.
The final Geneva International Motor Show (Genève Auto Salon) was held in 2024. Due to a lack of interest by large carmakers, the 2025 show has been canceled and there are no plans or expectations that the Swiss show will be revived in the future. Visit the annual Geneva International Motor Show (Genève Auto Salon), … Read more
The final Geneva International Motor Show (Genève Auto Salon) was held in 2024. Due to a lack of interest by large carmakers, the 2025 show has been canceled and there are no plans or expectations that the Swiss show will be revived in the future. Getting to the Geneva Auto Show (Genève Auto Salon) is … Read more
The photogenic Marché de Noël à Montreux is the largest and best Christmas market to visit in the Lake Geneva region of Switzerland. This beautifully located Weihnachtsmarkt is popular with families and children. The Marché de Noël à Montreux is the best Christmas market to visit in the Lac Léman region of Western Switzerland. This … Read more
The Montreux Jazz Festival held each July summer on the banks of Lake Geneva is one of the world’s best-known music festivals. Visitors can enjoy performances ranging from jazz to pop, and rock to salsa – many concerts are free. The Montreux Jazz Festival is an annual highlight on the international musical calendar. For two … Read more
The annual La Désalpe des Quinquas Cortège of Fribourg (Freiburg) canton takes place early in September — photos from the Cortège Exceptionnel of September 2011. La Désalpe des Quiquas parade in Fribourg is a large parade that coincides with the désalpe / Almabtrieb when cows return from the Alps at the end of summer to … Read more
Children are welcome at many events at the annual Montreux Jazz Festival while free child-care facilities are available for parents attending concerts and jazz clubs. Children are generally welcome at the annual Montreux Jazz Festival. Although the headline concerts are very much aimed at adults, children over 6 may attend many performances. Special workshops are … Read more
The annual spring-time Cully Jazz festival attracts international artists and Swiss musicians to the small town Cully on the shores of Lake Geneva in the Lavaux region between Lausanne and Montreux. Public transportation – go by train, return by bus – usually is the best way of getting to Cully Jazz concerts. Jazz is very … Read more