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Experience the great outdoors and the small-town feel of rural Indiana in Switzerland County. Take a drive on the Ohio River Scenic Byway as it passes through the county and see why the county was recently designated as part of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Experience. The river town of Vevay is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The history, shopping, and cuisine found here are wonderful. Its festivals are unique, the shopping is fun, and the dining is international. Its Community Art Center features local artists with displays of jewelry, paintings, pottery, and other tasteful designs. Stop by the Liquor Store in Vevay for a bottle of award-winning local wine created by Ridge Winery.

Switzerland County Tourism is proud to be a partner of The Ohio River Recreation Trail. The ORRT connects people and communities to opportunities for adventure on and along the Ohio River and serves to provide information on river safety. It also helps improve public access and infrastructure, as well as celebrate the unique beauty and culture of the Ohio River.

Take a walking tour along Main Street, the heart of the Vevay Historic District. The Vevay Historic District contains 300 buildings, houses & landmarks, bordered by the Ohio River to the south. The largest concentration of 19th-century residential architecture can be found along Market Street. And the River History Museum features a rare and diverse collection, depicting life and work along the Ohio River. An unusual collection of riverboat models, important documents from the steamboat days, and many other interesting artifacts are on display.

Or just be adventurous and explore on your own, discovering historic homes, wildlife, and beautiful farms. Dine, shop, and stay in Vevay.

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A 52 Weeks of Fun Fascinating Fact about Vevay

Vevay has a reputation as being home to the first commercial winery in the United States.

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Vevay is reported to have several haunted structures.
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Located in Switzerland County, Vevay was settled by Swiss immigrants hoping to start a wine-growing region.
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Vevay is the county seat for Switzerland County.
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Vevay was a stop on the Underground Railroad for those escaping slavery.

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