The City of Montreux
Montreux is situated in one of the most beautiful areas of the world. When in Montreux, take a deep breath and scan the horizon. To the South, there is Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) blessed by the gods and crowned by the majestic Alps. The Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and dozens of other peaks soar skyward 4000 m and more. To the West and East, vineyards dot the lakeside terraces and reflect a gentle “joie de vivre” blessed by Bacchus, the god of wine. To the North, there are the Prealps where cheesemaking, skiing, hiking, paragliding, hot-air ballooning, rafting, canyoning, etc. reign supreme. In the middle, a charming city, pearl of the Swiss Riviera. Montreux is situated in the French speaking part of Switzerland. Being a multicultural city, Montreux counts 21’500 people representing in addition to Swiss citizens 18 nationalities.

Climate
The climate is of a temperate sort, with well-marked seasons, warm summers, rainy or snowy winters and rust-colored autumns. Winter- and Spring temperatures in Montreux and its surroundings areas average around 6 – 16 degrees Celsius. Even if days in March may already be warm, evenings are chilly and rain can be expected. Warm jumper and winter jackets are recommended.

How to reach Montreux
By air
From Geneva International Airport (93 km from Montreux)

By rail
Montreux is situated on the Simplon line (Paris-Milan). Train connections between Montreux and a number of European cities with an international airport (Amsterdam, Brussel, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Paris).
Within Switzerland the Swiss Federal Railways connects every town regularly (several trains hourly between Montreux and Vevey, Lausanne, Villeneuve, Aigle, etc.).
Schedule is available on the Internet: www.sbb.ch or as an alternative to Mountain resorts such as Gstaad, Luzern etc. www.goldenpass.ch

By car
Directly on the north-south and east-west motorway axis. A freeway connects Montreux to the European network. A compulsory tax of CHF 40.– ( € 27.–) is to be paid if using the freeway. Sticker can be bought at the border or at most gas stations.

Parking
Various car parks are located next to the Convention Center Montreux. Participants have the possibility to use the car parks at their own costs.

Shopping
Banks
The closest bank to the Montreux Convention center is :
BCV Bank – Monday to Friday from 09.00 h to 16.30 h

Post office
General post offices opening hours:
Monday to Friday from 07.30 h to 18.30 h,
Saturday from 08.30 h to 12.00 h

Local Market
Takes place every Friday on the Market Place in the morning until noon.

General Shops
Most shops and boutiques open from 10.00 h to 18.30 h on weekdays and from 10.00 h to 17.00 h on Saturdays. Some shops are closed at lunchtime and/or open earlier and/or longer. Shops are closed on Sundays.

Restaurants
Along the lake or in the mountains, Montreux offers a large variety of restaurants where you can enjoy fine gastronomy or local specialties. From a relax evening to a business lunch or dinner, every gourmet will find its pleasure in one of Montreux restaurants.
A detailed list of restaurants is available on: www.montreux.ch

Credit Cards
Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa, Eurocard and Diners are accepted in hotels, stores and restaurants.