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Discover Vevey on Foot

A Cultural Stroll from Place du Marché to the Swiss Museum of Games

Discover Vevey, the jewel of the Vaud Riviera, on an enchanting walk that takes you from the historic Place du Marché to the Swiss Museum of Games in La Tour-de-Peilz. This lakeside stroll invites you to explore the soul of this “city of images”, blending photographic heritage, cinematic tributes and culinary culture.

The walk begins on the Place du Marché (Grande Place), the beating heart of Vevey for centuries. Ranked among the most beautiful squares in Switzerland, this iconic square has hosted a colourful market every Tuesday and Saturday morning since 1808. It is also home to the famous Grenette, a 16th-century former grain hall.

Continue along the Quai Perdonnet, a magnificent promenade lining Lake Geneva. This elegant thoroughfare is named after Louis Perdonnet, a pioneering engineer of the Swiss railways. As you walk, let yourself be captivated by the breathtaking views of the lake, the terraced vineyards of Lavaux rising to the east, and the Alpine peaks on the horizon.

Did you know ?

Wondering why so many food giants have settled in Vevey ? The answer is simple : in the 19th century, the purity of the lake water and the quality of local milk attracted Henri Nestlé, who invented the first powdered infant milk there in 1867. The rest is history…

Continue your stroll to the statue of Charlie Chaplin, installed in 2016 to mark the centenary of his famous character. The British filmmaker, who spent the last 25 years of his life in Corsier-sur-Vevey, is celebrated today at Chaplin’s World, a fascinating museum dedicated to his world.

A few steps further, admire the Alimentarium Fork, an impressive 8-metre sculpture planted in the lake. Just behind it, discover the Alimentarium, the world’s first museum dedicated to food, where interactive exhibitions and workshops invite young and old alike to explore the world of taste.

As you pass our partner, the Grand Hôtel du Lac, treat yourself to a gourmet break or a moment on the terrace in the warmer months, before following the pedestrian quays towards La Tour-de-Peilz and its Swiss Museum of Games, housed in a medieval castle holding more than 10,000 games from around the world.

Square

Square

Place du Marché, Vevey

Visit duration : 15min

Streets & avenues

Quai Perdonnet

Visit duration : 30min

Statues and monuments

Charlie Chaplin Statue

Visit duration : 15min

Statues and monuments

The Alimentarium Fork

Visit duration : 15min

Themed museums

Alimentarium

Visit duration : 2h00

Themed museums

Swiss Museum of Games

Visit duration : 2h00

Distance1.5 km

À pied0h21

Visite5h15

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Practical tips

Duration : allow around 4 to 5 hours to fully enjoy each stop, including time to visit the museums and wander along the lakeshore.
Lunch break : plenty of restaurants and cafés line the Vevey quays, or opt for a gastronomic experience at the Michelin-starred restaurant of the Grand Hôtel du Lac.
Route : completely flat, accessible to all and pushchair-friendly, ideal for a family outing. Total length : approximately 5.1 km.
Return : via the same route, or with VMCV buses, which connect Vevey to Montreux via La Tour-de-Peilz several times an hour.
With children : the Alimentarium offers interactive workshops, and the Museum of Games is a must for families !
Getting there : Vevey is reachable by train from Lausanne (12 minutes) or Geneva (1 hour). The walk starts a 5-minute walk from the SBB railway station.
Best time to go : all year round, but especially pleasant in spring and summer to enjoy the lakeside terraces.

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A break at the Grand Hôtel du Lac

Along your route, you can’t miss the majestic Grand Hôtel du Lac, a historic palace hotel whose Belle Époque façade has proudly overlooked Lake Geneva since 1868. Designed by architect Ernest Burnat, this 5-star Relais & Châteaux property has welcomed princes, counts and artists from around the world.

Today, the Grand Hôtel du Lac offers a perfect balance of tradition and modernity. Its terrace, Michelin-starred restaurant and spa all invite you to enjoy a refined break in the middle of this cultural walk.