Montreux

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Intro

Montreux Riviera is the ideal place for unforgettable events. Ideally nestled between the lake and the Alps, Montreux Riviera with its microclimate and its sun-filled Lavaux Vineyards (UNESCO World Heritage) is the absolute top destination for meetings and events. Centrally located and close to the international Airport of Geneva, the destination is an outstanding place to hold international congresses, conferences, or incentives. A unique region, attached to its roots but open to the world, Montreux Riviera, home of the world famous Montreux Jazz Festival has inspired many artists over the years. After Charlie Chaplin and Freddie Mercury it’s now your turn. Come to Montreux Riviera, get inspired and make this beautiful place the ideal location for your event!

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Added benefits

Ringed by the Alps, vineyards and the lake, Montreux Riviera provides a glamorous backdrop for all your seminars and incentives. In order to preserve the magical scenery of this wonder of nature, not only the various municipalities, but also the hotels, the congress centre, the cultural institutions and the tourist excursions are committed to sustainable development. Here are some examples:

Awards

Vevey and Montreux have both been awarded the “Energy City GOLD” label. This is an honour that only 67 of the 469 certified towns received in 2020. Montreux even received the prestigious “European Energy Award Gold” in 2020.

The Lausanne Montreux Congress cooperation chose the Global Destinations Sustainability index programme (GDS index for short) as their sustainability strategy. This is the first programme for benchmarking and improving sustainability for the world’s congress and event destinations. Lausanne Montreux Congress is proud of having attained 14th place in the global rankings for 2019.

Sustainability

Free public transport

Every guest staying in one of the destination’s hotels is given a Montreux Riviera Card, which is valid for the duration of their stay. It entitles them not only to free travel by bus and train in the region (within a defined zone), but also offers several other advantages, such as reduced prices at key attractions.

Quality personalised service

The Convention Bureau is on hand to provide made-to-measure guidance when organising seminars, congresses or incentives. Whether it's a matter of advice, recommendations or a complete hotel reservation management service, our team offers all-round complimentary support for a successful event.