A mini moon with a little winter magic in Montreux

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Whatever time of year you choose to get married escaping on a honeymoon is all part of the amazing experience. After the vows have been said, the celebrations with friends and family have been enjoyed the moment comes for you to escape, relax and reflect on all that has made your marriage so special. Having a wedding later on in the year lends itself perfectly to a winter mini-moon before maybe venturing on a larger honeymoon when the new year begins.

A winter mini-moon is a perfect way to relax and embrace the festive season and what could be more romantic than travelling in pure luxury to the romance and snow-capped mountains of Montreux.

While you travel through Switzerland, past the glistening waters of Lake Geneva to Montreux immerse yourself in the stunning winter scenery and breathtaking mountain views. As you arrive at your destination and alight the train the refreshing winter air will captivate your senses helping you to unwind and relax. Once you have settled into your accommodation wrap up warm and delve into the chocolate box scenery that surrounds you. Soak up all that makes this picture-perfect landscape so unique and capture the moment and feelings with your loved one.

The Christmas markets in Montreux provide the perfect opportunity to embrace the magic of the festive season, pretty market chalets draped in twinkling lights, joyous music and tantalising aromas fill the air drawing you into the excitement to discover more. Locally made handmade treasures make the perfect presents to take home for friends and family. A unique gift that says so much. Surrounded by the mountains and with the sparkling lights reflected in the waters of Lake Geneva, this is definitely one of the most romantic ways to complete your Christmas shopping.

Explore the history and medieval Christmas markets at the Château de Chillon that sits upon an island in the waters of Lake Geneva, a perfect way to learn more about this unique landmark and take a stroll along the shores of the lake.

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For a mini-moon memory like no other take one of the trains into the mountains to capture the scenery up higher. There is the Swiss mountain train track railway up Rochers-de-Naye that will provide dramatic views or maybe a trip to Gruyères to discover more about the famous cheese unique to this area tempts the taste bud. A journey to the Glacier on the train via Aigle to Les Diablerets is sure to be memorable and no matter which experience you choose a journey through the mountains is sure to provide memories that will last a lifetime.

Taking a winter mini-moon is sure to be special and celebrating a marriage while sharing in the delights of the festive season is definitely a great way to start off married life, so wrap up warm and embrace all that is magical and romantic in Montreux.