Considered a site of universal value, Lavaux has been elevated to the status of world heritage site by UNESCO, its mosaic of vines welcoming many walkers seeking renewed vitality and tranquility.

In the 11th century already, monks were growing grapes on the slopes above Lake Geneva. Since then, generations of winegrowers applied and developed longstanding cultural traditions. Today, this still thriving cultural landscape  overs 40 km along the lake shore and includes 14 villages.

Through the well preserved landscape and buildings, it demonstrates its evolution over almost a millennia. It is therefore an outstanding example of a centuries-long interaction between people and their environment, developed to optimise local resources so as to produce a highly valued wine. Now considered a site of universal value, Lavaux has been elevated to the status of World Heritage Site by UNESCO, its mosaic of vines welcoming many walkers seeking renewed vitality and tranquility.

Do you have a whole day to devote to discovering Lavaux and the Montreux Riviera? We have come up with two itineraries for exploring the region purely by public transport. Don’t forget to choose a seat overlooking the lake!

1st itinerary.

1. Hop on board the train to Vevey, then head on up to the village of Chexbres with the Train des Vignes.
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2. Continue your tour with a stroll through the vineyard until you reach the charming village of Rivaz, where you’ll take a wine tasting break at Lavaux VinoramaLink opens in new window..
   
3. Go back down to Vevey for lunch and enjoy wandering through the old town.
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4. Then carry on to Veytaux-Chillon to visit the magnificent Chillon Castle.Link opens in new window.
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5. See Lausanne by boat to really top off your day.
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2nd itinerary.

1. Take the train to Montreux and admire the exceptional view from the shores of Lake Geneva during the journey. 
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2. When you arrive in Montreux, catch the rack-railway train right up to Rochers-de-Naye for a nature walk and enjoy a magnificent view of the Alps and Lake Geneva. 
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3. Then return to Montreux for a well-earned meal in one of the town’s many restaurants. 
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4. Continue your trip to Vevey, where you can visit the former residence of Charlie Chaplin, which has been converted into a museum dedicated to the artist. 
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5. End your day with a return trip by boat to Lausanne-Ouchy. A busy day of breath-taking nature and culture.
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The best way to immerse yourself in the world of Lavaux is to crisscross it following the many footpaths and well-marked trails. The walks are demanding, but the pintes and cellars offer welcome respite and encourage you to explore the wines of Lutry, Villette, Epesses, St Saphorin and Chardonne, as well as Vevey-Montreux. They move in turn from floral and delicate to fruity and spicy, robust and well-structured, generous, captivating. More than 200 winemakers cultivate vines in Lavaux. From imposing buildings nestled amongst the vineyards to village houses, wine producers open the doors to their rooms or cellars to receive wine enthusiasts for tastings and visits. At least one winemaker is ready to welcome you every day of the week.

Cellars and wine bars.

• Aran, Caveau des vigneronsLink opens in new window.
• Cully, Caveau des vigneronsLink opens in new window.
• Cully, La Maison RoseLink opens in new window.
• Cully, Le Petit VersaillesLink opens in new window.
• Cully, Union vinicole de CullyLink opens in new window.
• Epesses, Caveau des vigneronsLink opens in new window.
• Epesses, Le Verre GourmandLink opens in new window.
• Epesses, Clos de la RépubliqueLink opens in new window.
• Epesses, Les 11 TerresLink opens in new window.
• Grandvaux, Caveau CortoLink opens in new window.
• Grandvaux, Domaine Croix-DuplexLink opens in new window.
• Grandvaux, Domaine de la CrausazLink opens in new window.
• Lutry, Caveau des vigneronsLink opens in new window.
• Lutry, Terres de LavauxLink opens in new window.
• Puidoux, Arc en vinsLink opens in new window.
• Pully, Caveau du Prieur
• Riex, Caveau des vignerons, +41 79 640 10 46 
• Rivaz, Lavaux VinoramaLink opens in new window.
• Rivaz, Bacchus Vinobar, +41 21 946 11 13
• St-Saphorin, Espace de la PapilleLink opens in new window.
• Villeneuve, Société coopérativeLink opens in new window.

Enjoy a stroll through the Riviera’s markets and taste some of the local, fresh products: artisan oil, cheese, jam, honey, liqueur or local wine.

Blonay.

Place du Village. Friday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Chexbres.

Place de la Gare. From April to December, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cully.

Place du Temple. Thursday, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Place d'Armes. From 24.5 to 4.10.20, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

La Tour-de-Peilz.

Place des Anciens Fossés. Thursday, 7.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lutry.

Grand-Rue. Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Montreux.

Place du Marché. Friday, 7.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Riex.

Place Rudolf-Théophile-Bosshard

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Vevey.

Grande Place. Tuesday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Villeneuve.

On the wharfs (summer): Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (6 p.m. if weather is fine).

Flea market:

Place de la Poste. Every 2nd and last Saturday of the month (from March to end of November), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.