Introducing Montreux
In 1971 Frank Zappa was doing his thing in the Montreux casino when the building caught fire, casting a pall of smoke over Lake Geneva and inspiring the members of Deep Purple to pen their classic rock number Smoke on the Water.
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The showpiece of the Swiss Riviera has been an inspiration to writers, artists and musicians for centuries. Famous one-time residents include Lord Byron, Ernest Hemingway and the Shelleys. It’s easy to see why – Montreux not only boasts stunning Alps views and tidy rows of pastel buildings, it’s also home to Switzerland’s most extraordinary castle, the ever-popular Château de Chillon.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Bernese Oberland Switzerland trip
by bbhm007 15 September 2011
We are leaving on a Thursday. Looking into the links that you gave: http://www.fahrplanfelder.ch/fileadmin/fap_pdf_fields/2011/311.pdf…
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RE: Suggestions for 2 free days in Switzerland
by neckervd 14 September 2011
I know, Bern is tiny, it counts only about 300.000 inhabitants (with suburbs), but it has a fine medieval centre (Unesco world heritage…
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RE: A quick four night getaway - your ideas??
by martiniman 14 September 2011
I think you would have fun close to the lakes and mountains and in the cities, Switzerland has it all!! So my suggestions would be to…
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