Unusual cashier we found at a store in Montreux

Lots of artwork along Lake Léman in Montreux; closer to Geneva, it is called Lake Geneva

Crystal clear water everywhere in Switzerland

Ferry boats make various stops on the lake.

Nearing Chillon Castle on the lake

Chillon Castle dates from the 10th century.

It is on a small island on the lake and built so it was easy to defend.

Parts of the castle were used as a prison.

The castle’s privy

The shuttle to Zermatt, once a sleepy village but now a major ski resort. No cars are permitted in the city.

Mountain stream, seen from the train

The major church in town; next to it was a viewing platform for one of the world’s most famous mountains.

The viewing platform with a huge alphorn pointed directly at the Matterhorn

The Matterhorn on the border of Switzerland and Italy; it is about 15,000 feet tall.

The correct shoes are essential for alpine climbing.

Lots of flowers all over Zermatt

One of the carless streets—you can imagine that it must be jammed with people during ski season.

Our hotel, a very eclectic collection of rooms and attractions

A couple of angels inside

The bar—the seats don’t look comfortable.

Lots of attractions in the basement including this full-size tennis court

Squash court

Huge pool

The Marmot Fountain, built in 1902—we saw some of these animals later in the tour.

Although we previous owned a St. Bernard, we didn’t see a single one in Switzerland.

This large dog was the closest to St. Bernards that we saw.

Stone roof on one of the stores

Clouds meet the mountains everywhere at the higher altitudes.

Our tour group—the tour leader is seated on the ground on the left and next to her is our bus driver.