Where to Eat Near Montreux and Chillon Castle? Discover the Bistrot du Soldat
Staying on the Vaud Riviera, visiting Montreux, or planning a trip to the famous Chillon Castle? Why not add an extraordinary culinary stop to your itinerary? Just a stone's throw from Lake Geneva, between Chillon Castle and the heights of Montreux, the Bistrot du Soldat awaits you in a setting like no other.
Montreux's Most Unusual Restaurant — Not to Be Missed
In a region full of quality dining options, the Bistrot du Soldat stands out radically. Tucked inside the Fort de Chillon Museum in Veytaux, invisible from the outside and carved into the rock metres from Lake Geneva, this military-themed restaurant is truly unique on the Vaud Riviera — and in all of Switzerland.
No white tablecloths, no ordinary à-la-carte menu. Dishes are served in genuine aluminium military mess kits inside the former canteen of Swiss soldiers.
The Perfect Family Day Out on the Vaud Riviera
Looking for an original activity with children in the Montreux area? The Bistrot du Soldat is the perfect choice. Kids love eating from soldiers' mess kits, discovering Swiss army recipes and soaking up the fortress atmosphere. Before or after your meal, explore the Fort de Chillon Museum: over 20 interactive rooms, virtual reality and surprising sound effects that will captivate the whole family.
A 2-in-1 family outing: interactive military museum + immersive meal in soldiers' mess kits. Designed for all ages.
Ideally Located: Between Montreux and Chillon Castle
The Bistrot du Soldat is located in Veytaux, just minutes on foot or by bus from Chillon Castle, and about ten minutes from Montreux station. Reachable by train, bus or even by CGN boat on Lake Geneva, it fits perfectly into a full day on the Vaud Riviera. Visit the medieval castle in the morning, have lunch at the Bistrot du Soldat, and take a lakeside stroll in the afternoon — a perfect day out.
A Restaurant You Can Visit Without Going to the Museum
Great news: you don't need to visit the museum to enjoy the Bistrot du Soldat. The restaurant is open to all visitors, individuals and groups alike. In summer, booking is strongly advised (+41 21 552 44 55 or info@fortdechillon.ch), as the 24 seats fill up quickly.
An Address That Belongs in Every Guide to the Vaud Riviera
Whether you're a tourist passing through, a local, or an incentive trip organiser, the Bistrot du Soldat is an absolute must. Add it to your Montreux to-do list — you won't be disappointed.
