Founded in 2003, Alpadia Montreux occupies a prime location on the main street of this lakeside resort town on the Swiss Riviera. The school serves students aged sixteen and above in small classes of eight to twelve, with individual lessons also available. Geneva is approximately one hour away by train.

The intimate size allows personalized attention, with instructors monitoring each student's progress and providing individual support. French language instruction forms the core curriculum, with students developing communication skills through interactive methods.

Accommodation options suit different preferences. Host families offer single or twin rooms with shared bathrooms and kitchens, providing half-board or breakfast-only meal plans. This option suits students under eighteen and those seeking daily French practice. Two school apartments accommodate one to two students with private facilities, kitchens, internet, TV, and balconies, ten minutes from school. Studios within ten minutes offer independent living with private bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. Hotels range from hostels to boutique B&Bs in various locations including lakeside, mountainside, historic center, and quiet residential areas.

Activities vary by season. Summer options include paddleboarding, mountain biking, paragliding, rock climbing, and sailing. Winter students access nearby Portes du Soleil ski resort for alpine skiing, snowboarding, skating, and snowshoeing. Excursions explore Chillon Castle, Lake Geneva steamer boats, and lakeside promenades. Cultural events from March to September include Montreux Jazz Festival, Cully Jazz, and Paléo Nyon.

Facilities include spacious classrooms, a cafeteria with kitchen, outdoor terraces, computer stations, and free Wi-Fi throughout.