A Postcard from Lake Geneva

For our second week in Switzerland, we moved to a quiet little campsite in Chatel Saint Denis close to Lake Geneva. While the scenery was not so dramatic, it was still incredibly beautiful. We were drawn to the lakeside a few times .... it was a lovely quiet spot for an evening stroll.

I would have loved a trip on this steamer, but it whizzed in and out so fast, while we were still dithering about, we literally 'missed the boat'. Oh well! 

In the distance we could see Chateau Crillon, which also looks worth a visit, but not with a dog sadly.

There are miles and miles of flower filled borders around the edge of the lake at Montreux.

And every so often you come across a quirky piece of sculpture, which could be anything at all. We saw cars, bikes and even a bathroom sink.

This statue of Freddie Mercury is probably the most popular in Montreux. It was so busy, I had to queue up to take a quick snap. It pays tribute to the wonderfully flamboyant singer who had a home here.

Further around the lake at Vevey, we found an enormous fork. I did say the sculptures were 'quirky'. It was near a museum devoted to food. No sign of the knife and spoon though!

Another popular stop .... Charlie Chaplin, who lived here for over twenty years

But my favourite sculpture of all has to be this lovely lady ready to take the plunge!

So, what did we make of Switzerland?

If I had made a list of what I expected to see, then it was all there...

Incredible lakes and mountains

Amazing chalets

The Swiss flag is everywhere .... absolutely everywhere.

Woodcarving is a national speciality .I loved this wise old bear.

And there are cowbells by the thousand .....

Our campsite was surrounded on three sides by fields of cows. The bells ring when the cows are eating.

Did you know that cows eat all through the night. I didn't .... but I do now!!!!