Autumn is the grape harvest season. Vast vineyards shine in the most beautiful shades of yellow and red. The sun-drenched slopes entice you to take a relaxing walk and enjoy the pleasant warmth. To make sure you don't miss out on this experience, a wine tasting or a wine hike is not to be overlooked. Who can resist a glass of good wine in the midst of a magnificent landscape?

We certainly can't, which is why we are introducing you to 3 of our partner hotels from which you can explore the vineyards.
  Become a Hotelcard member 
Hotel Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Surrounded by vineyards, on the banks of Lake Biel, the 3* Hotel Jean-Jacques Rousseau awaits you. Double rooms with a view of the Jura or the lake have been renovated in a Mediterranean design featuring modern furnishings. Enjoy the regional cuisine as well as local wine specialities in the winter garden or on the sun terrace.

Upon request, the team at Hotel Jean-Jacques Rousseau will arrange for you to visit the wine cellar of Fabian Teutsch, your host's brother.
 
Hotel Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Vineyard trail from Neuveville to Biel

Intensive viticulture is practised on the shores of Lake Biel. You can enjoy the magnificent view of Lake Biel and St. Peter's Island on the vineyard path between Neuveville and Biel. The route also takes you past the winegrowing village of Ligerz with its vineyard museum and the small village of Twann with its picturesque, winding alleyways. A coffee break is definitely worthwhile here. The total walking time is roughly 4 hours and is easy to complete.

Lake Biel has long been known for its typical white wine of the French-speaking part of Switzerland, the Chasselas. In the meantime, other white and red varieties are also grown, such as Pinot Noir, which can also be enjoyed as Oeil de Perdrix or Blanc de Noir.
  © Stefan Weber

Hôtel du Léman

Nestled on a hillside of greenery, a wonderful panoramic view of Lake Geneva awaits you here, at the Hôtel du Léman in Jogny. A small but fine hotel that scores with a personal relationship between guest and host. Wine trails lead from the hotel to the terraced vineyards in just a few minutes.
 
Hôtel du Léman
Lavaux

Between Lausanne and Chillon Castle stretches one of Switzerland's most beautiful landscapes: the Lavaux wine region. Steep slopes with inclines of up to 100 %, charming villages and, of course, fine wines, delight visitors. The region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site owing to the impressive stone walls constituting the famous terraces. The area is ideal to explore on foot, by bike or e-bike. If you would rather take it easy, you can also take the Lavaux Express or the Lavaux-Panoramic.
  © Switzerland Tourism

Hotel Conca Bella, Restaurant & Wine Bar

The first wine hotel in Ticino. Here, "In vino veritas" really applies: there is a wine cellar with over 4,000 bottles, a cosy Wine Lounge, an excellent wine bar and it is an ideal starting point to explore the Mendrisiotto with its vineyards.

Rocco Montreale, a great wine connoisseur of Switzerland, and his wife Ruth opened the hotel almost 40 years ago. Today, the cuisine and wine cellar are still considered highlights of Ticino gastronomy and the establishment has won several awards.
 
 Hotel Conca Bella
Mendrisiotto

Gourmet palates have been enjoying the wonderful Merlot produced here for the past 100 years. There is a wine tasting session every Saturday at various wine cellars. Not only will you enjoy the exquisite wines, but you will also get to know the culture of the Ticino winegrowers better. Learn more about winegrowing techniques and the relationship between man and grape on the various wine walks.
  © Ticino Turismo

Whether it's Chasselas, Pinot Noir or Chardonnay, Switzerland's various wine-growing regions are ideal for taking a break from the hassle of the daily grind while delighting their visitors with spectacular landscapes. Take a look around Neuveville, Jogny or Chiasso. We are looking forward to finding out which of the wines you like best.