Eglise du Sacre Coeur
Montreux, Switzerland • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug, Dec
15°C – 26°C, warm, mostly pleasant summer weather with lower rainfall, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 26°C, warm, mostly pleasant summer weather with lower rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Hilly area with stairs; limited wheelchair access.
Hilly area with stairs; limited wheelchair access.
Value for money
High
Free entry and peaceful atmosphere make it worthwhile.
Free entry and peaceful atmosphere make it worthwhile.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Peaceful Ambiance
Couples found the church a serene escape, perfect for quiet reflection together.
Beautiful Setting
Visitors loved the architecture and the views over Lake Geneva. Very romantic!
Easy Access
The location is easily accessible by train or bus. A simple, lovely visit.
Limited Information
Travelers found a lack of recent reviews or visitor information online.
Not Wheelchair
Couples noted the lack of wheelchair accessibility, a potential drawback.
No Guided
No guided tours are available. Self-guided visits might be less engaging.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
1-7°C
Cold and damp with occasional snowfall; festive decorations and holiday events add to the atmosphere.
Cold and damp with occasional snowfall; festive decorations and holiday events add to the atmosphere.
Open
Open to visitors except during large services or special holiday events; some areas may be reserved for parish activities.
Open to visitors except during large services or special holiday events; some areas may be reserved for parish activities.
Recommended
December is a festive and lively time to visit, with holiday events and decorations; expect more crowds and higher accommodation prices, but the church is central to many public festivities.
December is a festive and lively time to visit, with holiday events and decorations; expect more crowds and higher accommodation prices, but the church is central to many public festivities.
January
LOW
-6-1°C
Cold and humid; frequent flurries with 9 hours of daylight.
Cold and humid; frequent flurries with 9 hours of daylight.
Open
Open for regular worship; limited hours for tourists; may have reduced accessibility in severe snow.
Open for regular worship; limited hours for tourists; may have reduced accessibility in severe snow.
Not recommended
January is off-season for Montreux. Eglise du Sacre Coeur is open, but cold weather and limited daylight make visits less appealing for most tourists.
January is off-season for Montreux. Eglise du Sacre Coeur is open, but cold weather and limited daylight make visits less appealing for most tourists.
February
LOW
-7-2°C
Very cold, occasional snow, short days.
Very cold, occasional snow, short days.
Open
Open for worship and visits; possible access delays during snow.
Open for worship and visits; possible access delays during snow.
Not recommended
February is still winter with cold and snowy conditions. The church remains accessible but is not busy.
February is still winter with cold and snowy conditions. The church remains accessible but is not busy.
March
LOW
-2-7°C
Cool and damp; some rain, increased daylight.
Cool and damp; some rain, increased daylight.
Open
Open with regular hours; minimal restrictions.
Open with regular hours; minimal restrictions.
Not recommended
March brings slightly warmer weather but remains off-peak. Accessibility is good, but outdoor activities may be limited by rain.
March brings slightly warmer weather but remains off-peak. Accessibility is good, but outdoor activities may be limited by rain.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required