A family-friendly option that is easy on the legs, the Lavaux Paranomic is a special train that runs from Chexbres to either Saint-Saphorin village or Chardonne village with a welcome stop along the way to enable visitors to sample some local wines.

They have two types of tours:

• Hourly tours: These regular tours take you on a visit to a village of your choice, usually with a stop at one of the local wineries for a welcome drink.

• Thematic tours: Interesting themes suitable for young and old ranging from a visit to the alpine farm, vineyard huts, or a visit to the vineyards and winepress during the peak of harvest season in autumn.

The train runs from April to early November. Check their website for opening hours and prices. Book directly online.