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Vaud, Switzerland — 4.4 km
Montreux — view over the town and Lake Geneva
Montreux - Vue sur la ville et le Léman
🇨🇭 Vaud · Switzerland — Altitude 390 m
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This live camera looks out over Montreux, the lakeside town on the northern shore of Lake Geneva in the canton of Vaud. It is a good way to see how the lake and the town look right now before planning a walk along the promenade or a trip on the water.
About Montreux and its lakeside
Montreux sits where the Alps drop steeply to the water of Lake Geneva, with vineyards on the slopes above the town and mountains rising behind it. It is best known for its jazz festival, its long lakeside promenade and the nearby Château de Chillon. The town has a mild, sheltered feel that comes from the lake and the surrounding hills, and the scenery changes noticeably with the seasons and the light.
What the view shows and when to watch
The camera is aimed at the town and the lake, so the most rewarding moments tend to be early morning, when the water is often calm and mist may lie over it, and late afternoon, when the light lifts the mountains opposite. Clear days show the far shore and the peaks more clearly, while cloud can hide the higher slopes. Conditions shift with the weather, so the live weather block on this page is a useful companion.
Practical tips and nearby views
Montreux has a mild climate with warm summers and fairly mild winters, and spring and autumn are pleasant for walking. The town is easy to reach by train from Lausanne and Geneva, and the lakeside is best explored on foot or by boat. Other cameras nearby include the port view at La Tour-de-Peilz, the Rochers de Naye viewpoint and the Pléiades camera, as well as the Vevey town view just along the shore.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Montreux right now?
The live weather block on this page shows the current conditions in Montreux together with a three-day forecast, so you can check before you watch or plan a visit.
What time is it in Montreux?
The local time for Montreux is shown on this page, based on the Swiss time zone used in the region, so you can see the current time alongside the live view.
Where exactly is the Montreux camera?
The camera overlooks the town of Montreux on the northern shore of Lake Geneva in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. The map on this page marks its position.
When is the best time to watch the Montreux view?
Early morning and late afternoon are often the most interesting, when light falls on the lake and the mountains. Clear days give the best visibility across the water.
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