Castle
Château de Chillon
Montreux, Switzerland
A medieval island-like castle on Lake Geneva, one of Switzerland's most visited historic monuments.
Monument · Switzerland · Vaud
Freddie Mercury Statue
A statue of the Queen singer on the lakefront, where the band recorded for years.
Free to enter about 15 min
For storytellers
Why Freddie Mercury Statue matters
Queen recorded several albums in a studio in Montreux, and Freddie Mercury fell in love with the town. A bronze statue on the lakeside promenade shows him with a fist raised, and fans often leave flowers. It's a simple, popular tribute.
Talking points
- Queen recorded in Montreux.
- The statue stands on the promenade.
- Fans often leave flowers.
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More in Montreux
Festival or event
Montreux Jazz Festival
Montreux, Switzerland
A famous summer music festival on the shore of Lake Geneva.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.