"In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury" City tour in Montreux

4.7(3 Reviews - booked 22 times)

·Activity provider: Freddie Tours

Follow in the footsteps of Freddie Mercury and Queen in Montreux guided by a true enthusiast! This interactive guided tour of the town focuses on the history of music in Montreux, the stay of Freddie Mercury and the band Queen with stories and fascinating facts.

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"In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury" City tour in Montreux

Name: "In the footsteps of Freddie Mercury" City tour in Montreux
Brand: Swiss Activities
SKU: 1688
Rating: 4.7 (3 reviews)

Activity provider: Freddie Tours

4.7(3 Reviews - booked 22 times)

·Activity provider: Freddie Tours

About this offer

Duration

1 hour

Mobile ticket accepted

Use your phone or print out the voucher

Immediate booking confirmation

No booking fees

Meeting point

Under the Montreux Market Hall. Just behind the "Montreux Marché" bus stop of the line 201.

Free cancellation

Full refund in case of cancellation up to 24h before start

FromCHF 29

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Includes Highlights Description Swiss Activities Tip Meeting Points

Includes
Includes
- 1 hour guided tour
- Interactive audio guide in 6 languages
- Exclusive photos and videos broadcast throughout the visit
- Easy walk of 1 kilometre on the lakeside of Montreux
Highlights
Highlights
- Learn facts about the Montreux years of Freddie Mercury, the singer of the band Queen
- Hear authentic, unpublished anecdotes and stories
- Discover the musical history of Montreux and Freddie's connection with the town
- Anecdotes from Peter Freestone, Freddie's personal assistant for 12 years
- A tour of the town's iconic locations, suitable for everyone
- Pass the Mountain Studios at Montreux Casino where Queen's greatest albums were recorded
Description
Description
From the Covered Market, your guide will take you and other participants on this special city tour. You will walk about one kilometer along the shores of Lake Geneva. The musical history of Montreux, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s, will be explained during the walk.

You will hear authentic anecdotes and stories about Freddie Mercury, the singer of the band Queen. He stayed in Montreux for several years. His personal assistant over 12 years, Peter Freestone, tells the story in the audio guide (in English). The guide himself has been in close contact with him for 20 years.

Your guide is also the president of the Montreux Celebration association, which annually organize few days in honor of Freddie Mercury. The end point of the walk is the famous Freddie Mercury statue on the lakeshore.

Practical Information:
- Audio guide Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian
Swiss Activities Tip
Swiss Activities Tip
If you visit Montreux around September 5, you will be lucky enough to participate in the "Freddie Celebration Days". September 5 was the birthday of Freddie Mercury. On several days, Freddie Mercury is commemorated with various events. They take place, for example, around the statue, in the casino and other places in the city of Montreux.
Meeting Points
Meeting Points
Under the Montreux Market Hall. Just behind the "Montreux Marché" bus stop of the line 201.