Excursions

For the afternoon of July 10, you might wish to take the opportunity of discovering the beauty of our region. If so, be welcome to join one of our organised excursions !

Whether you love hiking, swimming or drinking wine, there is always an escapade for you in Switzerland!

The price of excursions (activities & transport) are included in the conference fees.

Boat tour to the Chillon castle

After a charming two hour boat tour around the lake, visit this most iconic fortress nested on the banks of lake Léman.

Relax on the beach, take a walk into the city of Montreux, join the world-renowned Montreux Jazz festival…


Breathtaking views from Rochers-de-Naye

2042m above sea level, this summit dominates the lake and its surroundings. Come witness the stunning panorama all around of the Alps, Jura and the lake of course.

You can hike or take the rack railway to the top.


Wine tasting in Lavaux

To all wine lovers, there is no better experience than discovering our wines among the gorgeous wineyards of this UNESCO world heritage site.


Meeting a wood ant supercolony

Meet the supercolonies of wood ants in the gorgeous forests of swiss Jura, guided by the scientists studying its mysteries. Discover the complex network of busy ants in the wild harmony of forests and flowered meadows and end the day in the Vallée de Joux.