The chocolate train
Description
In the land of chocolate and cheese!
Let yourself embark on an exceptional excursion to the flavours of the land. The journey begins with a train trip, by Belle Époque carriage if you wish, from Montreux to Montbovon. A comfortable bus then takes over. First stop: Gruyères. Here you will discover the secrets of the production of this world-famous cheese before setting off to conquer the medieval town. In Broc, finally, the famous Cailler chocolate factory will open its doors for a fun and engaging visit. To top it all off, there is an irresistible tasting.
The Chocolate Train run from 2 May to 28 September 2023 as follows:
May, June and September : Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sudays
July and August : Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
In the land of chocolate and cheese!
Let yourself embark on an exceptional excursion to the flavours of the land. The journey begins with a train trip, by Belle Époque carriage if you wish, from Montreux to Montbovon. A comfortable bus then takes over. First stop: Gruyères. Here you will discover the secrets of the production of this world-famous cheese before setting off to conquer the medieval town. In Broc, finally, the famous Cailler chocolate factory will open its doors for a fun and engaging visit. To top it all off, there is an irresistible tasting.
The Chocolate Train run from 2 May to 28 September 2023 as follows:
May, June and September : Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sudays
July and August : Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Information on the 2024 edition will be published at the beginning of the year.
Price List
Contact Infos
Frequently Asked Questions
- The train journey (to Montbovon) - Guiding - The chocolate bread and the hot drink served on board the train - Coach transfers - Entrance fees to La Maison du Gruyère and La Maison Cailler
The Chocolate Train run from 2nd May to 28th September 2023 as follows: - May, June and September : Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday - July and August : Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday und Sunday
09:50 Departure from Montreux, coffee and chocolate bread served on the train 10:42 Arrival at Montbovon 11:00 Transfer by bus 11:20 Visit to “La Maison du Gruyère” 12:15 Transfer by bus to the village 12:20 Free time: visit of the village, the castle and lunch (not included) 14:20 Transfer by bus between Gruyères and Broc 14:35 Arrival at Broc Fabrique, visit of the «Maison Cailler-Nestlé» and chocolate tasting 16:30 Return to Montreux by bus 17:15 Arrival at Montreux
- Up to 5 days before the date of travel: cancellation and change of date free of charge - Less than 5 days before the date of travel: no refund or change
This offer is not accessible to wheelchair passengers.