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Freddie Evening

Spend an intimate evening in Montreux with Peter Freestone, Freddie Mercury's personal assistant for over 10 years.

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This exceptional evening will take place in a cellar built in 1798, an architectural gem nestled in the historic and picturesque old town of Montreux. Opened specially for the event, this traditional venue offers an atmosphere that is warm, relaxed and steeped in history.

Upcoming events

Saturday 29 March 2025 - 19h30 - available

Thursday 22 May 2025 - 19h30 - available

Saturday 24 May 2025 - 19h30 - 6 available

Thursday 23 October 2025 - 19h30 - available

If none of the above dates are convenient for you, subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to receive announcements of new events with Peter Freestone.

This is an exclusive experience with limited availability. On request, it is possible to organize this event for a group or a corporate outing. Do not hesitate to contact us.


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Evening Programme

  • 7:30 pm Meet in front of the fountain of the Hôtel Tra La La, located in the heart of Montreux's old town (Google Maps). The group will then head for the cellar.
  • Peter Freestone will be there to open the doors for you. The event will start with a welcome drink.
  • All evening, Peter will be available to answer any questions you may have and share his memories of his years spent alongside Freddie Mercury.
  • Enjoy a three-course meal of local Swiss specialities - a memorable culinary experience featuring a starter, main course and dessert.
  • Discover a range of local wines, featuring Freddie's favourite St-Saphorin. The tasting is complemented by a selection of mineral drinks, and concluded with a choice of coffee or tea.
  • The evening ends at around 10.30pm.

Evening Meal

Starter
Planchette du Caveau (platter with various cold meats and accompaniments)

Main course
Sliced veal Zurich-style, with a creamy mushroom sauce, served with wild rice and a seasonal salad.

Dessert
Tarte Tatin

Alternative menus are available on request. Please contact Freddie Tours who will inform you of the possible alternatives to ensure that every guest enjoys their evening experience at its best.

Information

Price of the evening, all-inclusive CHF 159.-* (limited places available).
*A part of this amount is donated to the Mercury Phoenix Trust which fights HIV/AIDS.

Peter Freestone

Freddie Mercury's personal assistant for more than 10 years

Wardrobe manager for the "Royal Ballet" of London, Peter Freestone met Freddie Mercury in 1979. He became his personal assistant shortly after this first meeting. Peter lives and travels all over the world with Freddie Mercury and assists him in his daily life. He spent more than 10 years at his side, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day until his death in 1991.

Freddie Evening video

Freddie Evening photos

Turn this evening into a unique gift

Once you have completed your booking using the form above, you can contact Freddie Tours with your booking number to obtain a gift voucher. Choose from three attractive designs: Standard, Birthday or Christmas. Once you have received the voucher electronically, you can print it out and give it to the person of your choice.

Standard
Birthday
Christmas

Are you looking for accommodation in the area?

Here is a selection of hotels located in Montreux, offering the Montreux Riviera Card, which allows you to enjoy a 50% discount on the price of your Freddie Tour.

These hotels are carefully selected and specially recommended by Freddie Tours to ensure an unforgettable stay in this beautiful city.

"The Freddie Mercury Hotel" offers you breakfast and an upgrade (subject to availability) with the code FMTOURANDROOM. Enjoy these benefits by entering the code when making your reservation on their website.

The Freddie Mercury Hotel

The Freddie Mercury Hotel
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Montreux

Perfectly located, the Freddie Mercury Hotel offers 3-star accommodation with decor inspired by the legendary Queen frontman, just steps from Montreux train station.

Parc & Lac Hotel

Parc & Lac Hotel
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Montreux

This family-run hotel offers 28 comfortable and affordable rooms. Ideally located in the heart of Montreux, the hotel is just 50 meters from the Freddie Mercury statue.

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
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Montreux

This luxurious 5-star hotel is located in the heart of Montreux. Built in 1906, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace offers elegant rooms combining modern and Belle Époque styles.


The press and media covered Freddie Tours

Since their launch in 2020, the Freddie Tours have been the subject of numerous press articles and documentaries broadcast on various national and international television channels.

  • Freddie Tours on SRF1
  • Freddie Tours in "Le 6/9 de Morax"
  • Freddie Tours on TF1
  • TV report during the 19:30 on RTS
  • Freddie Tours on Swissinfo
  • Artists' homes Montreux
  • TCS - Touring Club Suisse
  • Freddie Tours on France 3
  • Newspaper article 24Heures
  • Radio broadcast "La Première".
  • Freddie Tours on "Kulturplatz" from SRF1
  • Freddie Tours on M6, the French national TV
  • Freddie Tours in The Guardian
  •  Montreux Riviera Gourmet Tour
  • Feature on the TV channel 3Sat
  • Report on the Swiss-German TV channel

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