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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Montreux

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Montreux, Switzerland

Updated December 3, 2020
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Freddie Mercury's larger-than-life sculpture dominates the shores of Lake Geneva.

Montreux, Switzerland

Freddie Mercury Statue

This statue pays tribute to the iconic musician in the place where he recorded his final studio album.
The original entrance to legendary Mountain Studios.

Montreux, Switzerland

Mountain Studios

A permanent exhibition honors Queen, which recorded seven albums at the casino-based studio, including “Under Pressure” with David Bowie.
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La Tour-de-Peilz castle.

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Swiss Museum of Games

A Swiss board game museum housed inside a picture-perfect castle.
3 miles from Montreux
It weighs 929 pounds and is 26 feet tall.

Vevey, Switzerland

La Fourchette (The Fork)

At 929 pounds and 26 feet tall, this stainless steel fork can only be used by the likes of King Kong.
3 miles from Montreux

Corseaux, Switzerland

Villa 'Le Lac' Le Corbusier

The famed architect's minimalist home for his parents stands as a blueprint for his later architectural marvels.
4 miles from Montreux

Bourg-en-Lavaux, Switzerland

Lavaux

Swiss vineyards in a UNESCO heritage site.
8 miles from Montreux

Lutry, Switzerland

Lutry Menhirs

Standing stones found on a construction site are re-erected.
11 miles from Montreux
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