Lutry is a medieval market town full of tight streets, chateaus, churches, cafés and galleries. Of course, strolling on the promenade and taking in Lake Geneva and the Alps is a must.
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Montreux, Switzerland
Monteux is tucked away in a sheltered Lake Geneva bay, amidst vineyards and the imposing Alps. Montreux has a wide, beautiful palm tree and flower-lined promenade that stretches the length of the city and beyond. Opulent villas line the water, many of which date from the Belle Époque. The Dents du Midi peaks, which consist […]
Vevey, Switzerland
Vevey is a dynamic, artsy town on the north shore of Lake Geneva. It’s as enjoyable to take in the town’s narrow streets and boutiques as it is to stroll along the tree-lined lakefront promenade with its vast view of the imposing Alps. The main square, Grande-Place, is dominated by a granary, La Grenette, that […]
Mont Salève
1,380-meter Mont Salève is part of the Jura chain and the first ridge of the Alps rising southeast of Geneva. Though in France, its proximity to Geneva makes it an ideal destination for Swiss hikers, skiers, mountain bikers, rock climbers and paragliders. The steep bald side faces Geneva and the gently sloping southern side overlooks […]
Innsbruck, Austria
The aftermath of a puny Austrian thunderstorm seems criminal as I watch the television coverage of the U.S. preparing for Hurricane Irene.
3 Reasons to Visit Innsbruck, Austria
Explore the Winter Olympic-worthy (1964 & 1976) sky-high mountains. Wander the old city center, which contains historic churches, monuments and museums. Streudel, schnitzel, spaetzle
View of Innstrasse, Innsbruck, Austria
Picturesque Innsbruck nestles at the bottom of the Nordkette mountain ridge and is Austria’s only city with the Alps close enough to touch. While most of the nightlife, museums and cathedrals are in the Gothic/Baroque Alstadt, the staggering mountains keep skiers, mountain bikers and hikers busy. Innsbruck is in the Tyrol region. Duke Leopold III […]
