The Christmas market in Montreux is by far the largest and best Christmas market to visit in the Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) region of Switzerland. In addition to the Weihnachtsmarkt, Santa's workshop, a Christmas village and a medieval carnival await visitors during Advent. In 2022, the Montreux Christmas Market is open from November 18 to December 24, 2022.
Opening Hours
In 2022, the Montreux Christmas Market is open from November 18 to December 24, 2022. Opening hours are usually 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays) with stalls Food is usually open an hour or two later. On weekends, the market opens at 10am.
Montreux Christmas Market
The best Christmas market in French-speaking Switzerland, and one of the largest in the country, is the Christmas Market in Montreux. Every December, about 170 Christmas stalls are sold at the traditional Christmas market (Weihnachtsmarkt) in the town and on the lake's docks, at the special market for the guest country and at the covered market in Montreux . A medieval carnival at the Château de Chillon and Santa's workshop atop Rocher-de-Naye, a high mountain peak with stunning views of Lake Geneva and the mountains, further adds to the fun of the holiday. . Le Village des Elves in the Casino garden shows the elves at work.
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Plan your visit to Montreux Christmas Market
Getting to the Montreux Christmas Market is easier by public transport. Parking in Montreux is limited and on weekends most motorists will have to park in the smaller villages and special (free) parking near Montreux and take the shuttle bus (CHF5) to the center downtown Montreux.
