Montreux, Lausanne, and Geneva have the best Christmas markets (Marché de Noël / Weihnachtsmarkt), decorations, and Xmas lights to visit in 2025 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
The most spectacular and best boat cruises on Lake Geneva are from Lausanne or Vevey to Montreux with the Lavaux vineyards and the Alps in the background. The pleasure boat cruises on Lac Léman with the best scenery and most spectacular backdrops are on the upper parts of the lake between Lausanne and the Montreux … Read more
Lake Geneva passenger ferry boats connect Lausanne with Evian and Thonon while pleasure cruise boats go to Montreux, Nyon, Yvoire, and Genève on Lac Léman. Lausanne is one of the best departure ports for cruises on Lake Geneva. Many ferry and pleasure boats depart from Lausanne-Ouchy while the Alpine background on these cruises is more … Read more
During the winter season, CGN pleasure boat cruises on Lac Léman are limited to ferry boats, fondue dinner cruises, and sailings on Sundays (some Saturdays) and national holidays including Christmas and New Year’s Day — departures are most common from Geneva, Lausanne, Vevey, Montreux, and Nyon. Cruising on Lake Geneva has been popular with tourists … Read more
Chateau de Chillon is a romantic castle in Lake Geneva near Montreux. Chillon Castle is the most-visited historic monument in Switzerland and a great family-friendly destination. It is a fine day-trip excursion from Geneva, Lausanne, and ski resorts in the nearby Alps. Chateau de Chillon has a beautiful location on a small island in the … Read more