There is a particular kind of stillness that only December in Switzerland can offer. Mist rolling off Lake Lucerne, the peaks of Rigi and Pilatus dusted in white, wood smoke drifting from chalet chimneys, the scent of pine and citrus in the air.
At Chenot Palace Weggis, we believe this is the perfect season not to rush toward the holidays, but to arrive at them well.
Christmas, here, is not about excess — it’s about renewal. It’s the coziness of a fire in the lounge after a treatment. The clarity of a walk along the lakeshore in the crisp winter air. The quiet luxury of giving yourself, this year, the gift of true rest.
Step Aboard a Piece of Swiss History
On December 1 and December 8, 2026, we invite our guests aboard an entirely different kind of journey – one that travels back in time.
Long before Zurich’s Christmas markets sparkled with modern lights, the city moved to the rhythm of its trams. This December, Chenot Palace Weggis offers guests a complimentary, private experience aboard a beautifully restored historical tram – a nostalgic ride through a Zurich transformed by the festive season.
What to expect:
• Departure directly from Chenot Palace Weggis, with transfer included
• A private, 1.5-hour guided tram journey (5:00 PM – 6:30 PM) through the city’s most enchanting Christmas corners, with stories and insight into Zurich’s traditions and the golden age of the tram – once the city’s original means of transport
• Optional add-on: a festive Chenot picnic bag, thoughtfully prepared with a selection of vegan cookies and a Christmas tea served warm in a branded Chenot thermos cup – a cozy toast to the season, Chenot-style
Watch the city’s lights, markets, and decorated façades drift by from the warmth of a vintage carriage, as your guide brings to life the traditions of a Swiss Christmas – a rare glimpse of the past, wrapped in the magic of the present.
A wellness journey doesn’t need to end the moment you leave the palace.
With this exclusive add on activity, we offer a complimentary private transfer between Chenot Palace Weggis and Zurich – before or after your stay – so you may continue the festive season entirely at your own discretion, and extend your stay in Switzerland.
Wander through Zurich’s Christmas markets, browse the illuminated shopping streets, or simply soak in the atmosphere of one of Europe’s most charming cities in December. There is no set itinerary here – only the freedom to shape your own festive chapter, before returning home.
It’s the perfect way to bookend your retreat: arrive carried by the city’s festive energy, or leave carrying the calm of your detox with you, one last stop in Zurich before the journey home.
The City at your own PAce
