🇨🇭 Montreux & Nyon – Swiss Lakeside Gems You Can’t Miss 🌊🏔️

If you’re dreaming of postcard-perfect lakes, charming cobblestone streets, and a mix of history with a relaxed holiday vibe, Montreux and Nyon on Lake Geneva’s shores are absolute musts. Both towns have their own unique character, and visiting them together makes for an unforgettable Swiss experience.

Montreux
Famous worldwide for its Jazz Festival 🎷, Montreux offers more than just music. The Lakeside Promenade is one of the most beautiful in Switzerland, stretching all the way to Chillon Castle 🏰, a fairytale fortress on the water. In summer, take a swim or a paddleboard on the crystal-clear lake, or enjoy a scenic boat cruise 🚤. Wine lovers can explore the Lavaux vineyards 🍇, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with terrace views that seem to go on forever.

Nyon
Just 20 minutes from Geneva, Nyon feels like stepping into a romantic medieval painting. Its castle offers sweeping views over Lake Geneva, and its old town is filled with pastel-colored houses, artisan shops, and cozy cafes ☕. You can visit Roman ruins, walk along the peaceful lakeshore, and take a boat to explore nearby villages like Yvoire in France.

✨ Why Visit?

Jaw-dropping scenery with the lake framed by the Alps

A mix of culture, history, wine, and outdoor fun

Easy day trips from Geneva or Lausanne by train or boat

A slower pace than big cities — perfect for relaxing and soaking it all in

Montreux and Nyon are places where every corner is a photo opportunity, every meal comes with a view, and time somehow moves a little slower. They’re the kind of Swiss towns you’ll want to come back to again and again. 💙
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Post by Ana Gashtarova | Aug 15, 2025