Cultivating the vine is taken very seriously in both places and they form enclaves almost entirely "isolated" by hanging vineyards on the steep hills that drop down to the water's edge. The mild climate in that region also helps to make Montreux and Vevey particularly well-suited resorts for relaxing holidays and are very popular for weekend trips.
5 good reasons to visit Montreux and Vevey
- Montreux-Vevey are both most beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Geneva.
- The mild climate guarantees plenty of sun and pleasant temperatures.
- One of the finest panoramas in Switzerland from "Mont Pèlerin" (plenty of panoramic points nearby).
- Intense cultural life with exhibitions, concerts and, above all, the famous Montreux Jazz Festival.
- Many world-famous world stars live here - a classy neighbourhood.