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The Chocolate Train in Switzerland!

The Chocolate Train in Switzerland from Montreux! Montreux – Gruyères – Broc – Montreux A scenic train route on a Belle Époque train, combined with cheese and chocolate tastings. Who wouldn’t love that? The Chocolate Train runs on the Goldenpass line and takes you in a dreamy train carriage in 1930’s style from Montreux to… Continue reading The Chocolate Train in Switzerland!

The Röstigraben letters – June 2021

Welcome to the The Röstigraben Letters, monthly letters between Kristin from Swiss Family Travel, and Laura from Let’s Explore. Married Swiss, Kristin, an Australian living in german-speaking Zug, and Laura a Dutch, living in french-speaking Geneva, unfold through their letters the cultural differences between both sides of the Röstigraben, learning more about Switzerland along the way. Read their… Continue reading The Röstigraben letters – June 2021

Narcissi Fields at Les Pléiades

Beautiful Spring hike along the Narcissi Fields at Les Pléiades above Vevey Every year in spring, fields of wild Narcissi start to bloom at several locations in the Montreux Rivièra region in Switzerland. The white carpet of flowers covering the green fields is often called ‘May Snow’. There are several locations to go and see… Continue reading Narcissi Fields at Les Pléiades

The Röstigraben letters – may 2021

Lavaux vineyards walk, Saint-Saphorin

An easy walk with an amazing view! The terraced vineyards of Lavaux, above Lac Léman, is a UNESCO World heritage site in Canton Vaud in Switzerland. The area was shaped by man in the 12th century by building terraces held in place by stone walls. It was the start of winegrowing on the steep hills… Continue reading Lavaux vineyards walk, Saint-Saphorin

Bike ride through Geneva’s vineyards!

A beautiful bike ride through the vineyards in Geneva and along the Allondon river in Geneva’s countryside. Detailed bike trail including a map! Satigny, Choully, Malval, Les Baillets, Satigny If you would like to escape the city of Geneva for a bit and enjoy some nice countryside views, then this article is for you! We… Continue reading Bike ride through Geneva’s vineyards!

A weekend in Château-d’Oex, Switzerland

Château-d’Oex in the Pays d’en Haut region in Canton Vaud in Switzerland with its green hills and mountainscape is a great place for a weekend break! Château-d’Oex is known for the annual hot air ballooning festival in January and has its own museum on balloon flights which can be visited year-round. Chateau d’Oex has a… Continue reading A weekend in Château-d’Oex, Switzerland

The Röstigraben letters – April 2021

Things to do in Lausanne

Lausanne is the capital of the Canton Vaud in Switzerland and is located on the beautiful Lac Léman. It is a lively city with plenty to offer for students, families, and visitors. Lausanne has an old town center, a brand-new museum hub, Plateforme10, many parks, playgrounds, and a lake area, called Ouchy, who’s natural setting… Continue reading Things to do in Lausanne

Beautiful Swiss Villages: La Neuveville, Le Landeron and the vineyards in Ligerz

A perfect day trip in Switzerland combining beautiful villages with a view on Lake Biel! La Neuveville and Le Landeron are part of the most beautiful Swiss villages. They are in two different Cantons, but are located very close to one another. That’s why, on a day trip, we were able to combine a visit… Continue reading Beautiful Swiss Villages: La Neuveville, Le Landeron and the vineyards in Ligerz