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The Largest Lake in Europe
Stretching along Switzerland’s southern border with France, Lake Geneva (also
called Lac Leman by the Swiss) is the largest lake in Europe. It’s pristine
shores support a strong fresh water fishing industry. Some would argue that it offers
the most beautiful views of any waterway. They are jaw-droppingly amazing; especially
the snow capped Jura Alps across the lake from Montreux and Vevey. The temperatures
are moderate along the lake in winter; most of the weather takes place in the mountains.
In summer numerous music festivals and artistic events are held in towns along the
lake, especially Lausanne, the third most popular city for travelers in Switzerland,
next to Zurich and Geneva. It is a sophisticated artist’s haven and the city
where T.S. Eliot lived when he wrote "The Wasteland."
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