Montreux Jazz Festival
Montreux, Switzerland • USD 105 - USD 160 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul
15°C – 26°C, july in montreux is warm and pleasant, with comfortable evenings and occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 26°C, july in montreux is warm and pleasant, with comfortable evenings and occasional rain showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Most areas accessible; dedicated services for reduced mobility.
Most areas accessible; dedicated services for reduced mobility.
Value for money
Medium
Diverse music and setting offset higher prices.
Diverse music and setting offset higher prices.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Lakeside
Couples loved the stunning lake views and the romantic atmosphere at the festival.
Musical Variety
Travelers raved about the diverse music genres, perfect for varied tastes.
Well Organized
Visitors found the festival well-organized and easy to navigate as a couple.
Expensive Drinks
Couples noted that food and drink prices were typical for Switzerland, but high.
Limited Parking
Driving as a couple? Parking can be a hassle, so take the train!
Ticket Prices
Some couples felt that ticket prices for headliners were a bit too high.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
In-depth experience
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Witness iconic performances and create lasting memories at Montreux's annual music extravaganza.
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
LOW
-
Open
Not recommended
January
LOW
-1-5°C
Cold winter weather with frequent cloudy days, occasional snowfall or rain, and chilly winds from Lake Geneva.
Cold winter weather with frequent cloudy days, occasional snowfall or rain, and chilly winds from Lake Geneva.
Closed
Montreux Jazz Festival does not take place in January; most festival venues are closed or used for other purposes.
Montreux Jazz Festival does not take place in January; most festival venues are closed or used for other purposes.
Not recommended
January is off-season for the Montreux Jazz Festival, which is not held at this time. The city is peaceful but lacks festival activities.
January is off-season for the Montreux Jazz Festival, which is not held at this time. The city is peaceful but lacks festival activities.
February
LOW
0-7°C
Still cold, with slightly milder temperatures than January. Rain is more common than snow, and the lakefront can be damp.
Still cold, with slightly milder temperatures than January. Rain is more common than snow, and the lakefront can be damp.
Closed
Montreux Jazz Festival does not take place in February; festival venues are not open for related events.
Montreux Jazz Festival does not take place in February; festival venues are not open for related events.
Not recommended
February is not recommended for festival visitors; there are no official Montreux Jazz Festival events during this period.
February is not recommended for festival visitors; there are no official Montreux Jazz Festival events during this period.
March
LOW
2-11°C
Transition to spring brings milder temperatures, but weather remains variable with occasional rain.
Transition to spring brings milder temperatures, but weather remains variable with occasional rain.
Closed
Montreux Jazz Festival is not held in March; festival venues may host unrelated events.
Montreux Jazz Festival is not held in March; festival venues may host unrelated events.
Not recommended
March is still out of season for the Montreux Jazz Festival; festivalgoers should plan for July instead.
March is still out of season for the Montreux Jazz Festival; festivalgoers should plan for July instead.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Bus
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
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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