Christmas in SWITZERLAND & How Cheese Is Made |

This year we are celebrating Christmas in four places: Switzerland, England, Paris and the chateau! Join us for our first destination as we visit the magical wintry wonderlands of both Geneva and Gruyere, sampling all of the finest Swiss delights. We also show you how Gruyere cheese is made!
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ABOUT US:
Hello! I’m Vivienne, the châtelaine of a small 19th century neo-Renaissance castle in the Loire Valley of France, which I share with my delightful (and wonderfully funny!) husband, Simon, our daughter, and -whenever possible- lovely friends and family.
This is not our first chateau! 23 years ago, we bought a much larger castle nearby, which we loved with all our hearts. However, nearly 2 decades, many happy memories, countless renovations, and several small fortunes later, we made the very difficult, empty-nesting decision to downsize. With great luck and perseverance, we found our current petit château, which we are now decorating and updating with love, humour, comfort, and -of course- antiques and art!
We adore France and its many unique facets: its people, culture, landscapes, wine, food, art, and history. We also love being surrounded by châteaux, both public and private, which we can explore together! After 20 years here, we have learned many things about living in France, renovating châteaux, and appreciating the extraordinary riches surrounding us. We originally decided to make these videos as a way to share our lives with our loved ones worldwide during the pandemic lockdowns. However, we soon realised that many others are at home alone, and it is our privilege to open our home to you, our new friends. We hope you will join us on our adventures in this exceptional location, and we look forward to sharing a little Château Love!
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[@luciaroslingshaw2112]

Cristmas in Europe is the BEST! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@casaduemilia]

Thank you ladies for making this fabulous, interesting and delicious video, Merry Christmas 🎉🎉. You ladies are amazing ❤

[@lindafick8450]

What a lovely place to visit! Thank you for taking us along!

[@jonimarchese7655]

Bonjour Vivienne and Isabella, thank you for bringing us along to Switzerland, it is magical at Christmas. So much to see and EAT amazing. Congratulations to your best friend's graduation. This was so much fun. Merry Christmas. Love from N.Y.

[@TowlerAdventures]

So thankful for your videos but mostly your health ❤ thank you so much for all the editing and filming you do for us.

[@ChateauLove]

You are so very kind. It has been quite a year but I am thankful for every second. Filming and editing is truly a labour of love and such a pleasure to share with you. 🥰🏰💖

[@spiritofanu3112]

You do amazing travel vlogs. This was so interesting! I hope you bought the “Love Cow”!! She was beautiful. I have never been to Switzerland. I want to visit Gruyère. Everywhere you look is so beautiful.

[@ChateauLove]

I didn’t but I’m seriously thinking of going back for her! 😂🏰💖

[@mariedupuis7802]

It s always a pleasure to watch your videos so well filmed. Switzerland looks like a fairytale in a fairy land... It has a christmassy (outside) and cozy atmosphere (inside the restaurants -with the fondue- ) A feeling of formerly Christmas I like so much ! The middle age castle is so beautiful too like a jewel in a jewelry box of snow...Have a good time for your future trips and a merry Christmas 🎉❤ ❤

[@ChateauLove]

Merci beaucoup, Marie ! 🥰🏰💖

[@lenystipene60]

A fabulous tour Vivienne & Isabella. Happy Advent.🌲⛄ 🙏❤

[@jenh9361]

What a fabulous mini trip... Congratulations to the Graduate 🎉🎉🎉 Thanks for taking us along...

[@helenhoisak8178]

Just have to thank you for your lovely joyful videos. A perfect gift to us your viewers..

[@ChateauLove]

You are so kind. Thank you! 🏰💖

[@IRSA1]

I actually also studied à l’Université de Genève and feel that I left a bit of my heart in that beautiful country. So thank you for bringing it all back and making me feel happy at Christmas ! ❤

[@ChateauLove]

You are most welcome! What an impressive university. You are so lucky. 🏰💖

[@virginiawestcot3111]

What a gorgeously wonderful trip to a beautiful Country!! Thank You for this amazing travel video ❤

[@wenDesigner]

Love Switzerland, thanks for trip back! Merry Christmas Simon, Vivian & Isabella! 🌲❤

[@chrissy8883]

Love this❤️❤️❤️

[@mjecheverria4197]

Happy Holidays to you dear Vivienne and Simon and Isabella❤

[@ChateauLove]

And to you! 🥰🏰💖

[@jacquijackson3014]

I love visiting Gruyère it’s truly a beautiful place.. ✨🇨🇭✨

[@daynight4902]

BEST TO YOU

[@anitanagahisa3049]

Loved being taken to Switzerland today!!!!!👍😄❤️❤️

[@patstoughton]

In addition to the beautiful chateau, I'm amazing at how educated I am becoming watching your vlogs. Never knew so much about Europe. I love America but would love to visit Europe someday. Of course, I'd have to have an interpreter! Or a series of them. Thanks!!!

[@ChateauLove]

Thank you! Come on over…lots of English spoken! 🥰🏰💖

[@irenemulcahy2495]

Beautiful vlog. Isabella has a time line for her crochet project. Geneve is where my grand daughter lives so its a very special place for me. Thank you Vivianne for all the work you put into making these videos. Simon would have enjoyed the cheese tour and fondue.🧀🥨

[@trinahayden747]

Loved this spectacular journey to Switzerland…We have Tete de Moine every Christmas ..It could be your cheese of the week …🥂⭐️🥂⭐️🥂⭐️🥂

[@dorislong9420]

Fabulous, so interesting. Fondu is set here for Christmas Eve. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing it made and all the fun shop finds. Thank you. 🎄💕

[@joannegagnon-marihart]

Merci de nous faire partager votre voyage

[@sandramuis7430]

Beautiful, thank you so much! 👍🥰🎄🥂

[@leonorgrandle5960]

Your girls are beautiful! I LOVE cheese! I think I have found my home. Lol. Great video. Thank you for sharing your visit with us. Blessings to you all.

[@lornanorris1363]

What a beautiful place, thanks for taking me along

[@Ago2904]

Welcome to Switzerland❤ next time try Swiss white wine with your fondue. That’s the real traditional way to enjoy it😊

[@fidausa6636]

Love it! Thank you!

[@carolesmith6620]

Thank you for sharing your trip to Switzerland at Christmas with us and it surly put's you in the mood for Christmas all that Christmas in one place lovely Merry Christmas to all 💕🌼🤗

[@judithclark2823]

Switzerland is amazing! Thank you for sharing your travels with us😊

[@peter_bazinet]

Another destination to add to my list!!!

[@BriansJerseygarden]

Thank you for taking us along ❤

[@laurenl5843]

Gruyere is a enchanted place we visited in the summer. It's a beautiful medieval village. We also went to the Swiss Knight Gruyere cheese factory it was so much fun. And a near by chocolate factory. Switzerland by far is the most beautiful country in the world. And has the best chocolate and cheese. 😊💜🇨🇭

[@kaywallace6139]

What a nice, enjoyable presentation.😊

[@hiris1903]

Lovely tour! That cheese making is incredible - instead of a wine cellar it's a cheese cellar!

[@michaelw.8614]

Congratulations to Isabella and Merry Christmas!!

[@lisadurban3525]

Gruyère is my favourite cheese and that is because I visited the cheese factory as a child and loved it. Yum.

[@ValentinaStJohn-cv6fu]

All your videos are absolutely delightful and we are so appreciative! Much love to you and your family.

[@ChateauLove]

Oh, thank you! 🥰🏰💖

[@minahammonds7511]

My great grandfather was born and raised it Switzerland so it was lovely to see it! Thank you

[@waisanchan5850]

Thank you for bringing us along to magical Gruyère ❤

[@claudiamann7111]

Thank you so much for taking us along to all your adventures in Switzerland. Such a beautiful country. The fondue looked yummy.

[@isabelmonday]

Beautiful thumbnail😍Joyeux Noel 💚🥂

[@kimberlyallen6296]

What an enchanting place to visit over Christmas! Thank You for sharing more Joy Vivian! 💕💗😘🌲🎉

[@lindagage7315]

Great tour, loved It!

[@patriciaodoherty5202]

You live a dream-like life!Thank you for sharing the beauty with us!❤❤❤

[@jenniferkessener1111]

What a lovely trip! I went to school in Switzerland when I was thirteen, so I always adore videos visiting there. Good thing my lunch had cheese in it, I so wanted to join your fondue party.

[@demoiselledelamontagne]

Aww this vlog brings back fond memories for me. I lived in Geneve for a short period of time and got to travel around Switzerland. I left a piece of my heart there. Some of the best views I've ever seen. ❤ have a lovely holiday season

[@carolweaver3269]

Such a wonderful time traveling along to Switzerland with all of you! ''Very beautiful!" Congratulations Isabella and her best friends' graduation! This was spectacular to see the sites and it was exciting to see how many places were set up to purchase from even though it was cold and snowy and paid no attention to the cold. I know they are used to it because of living so far North, but usually when cold in my area, we do not stay out too long or more than we must! LOL (Vivienne love your coat and especially the fur on the hood it looks very stylish on nice on you!) This was fun, and it was wonderful to see how many do love Fondue, and it did look delicious. Interesting about how the cheese was made, using milk taken in mornings and evenings only, to make the Gruyere cheese! The stores have so many unique ornaments and just a perfect place to find gifts for Christmas! The cow bells were so sweet, and hand painted very nicely. (The poor cows living with those chiming on their necks all the time! LOL) Am sure they get used to it all though in time, and at least they will never be lost! Thank you for taking me along on this wonderful trip and to see the graduation ending, also! Wonderful vlog, as always! Sending ❤ to all at Chateau Love! 🌲🌲🌹🎄

[@newday5]

Thank you for sharing , hope Simon and the dog are well , best wishes to all

[@maryjanekolesar8325]

That's really interesting about the Gruyère. Well don't know if it's better than French or Belgium, but I do prefer Swiss chocolate ❤ The architecture is wild.

[@denisefazio6708]

What views! Cherish those memories!

[@judyrocks1000]

I have enjoyed travelling with you virtually this Christmas. See you in the new year.

[@borge2014]

Such joy to watch. Thank you!!✨

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

What a beautiful country. I just found out my ancestors came from Switzerland (Fribourg) originally. On my bucket list to visit someday. Absolutely loved everything about this vlog. Looked like such a fun time and congrats on graduating 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Thanks for taking us along 😍😘 Joyeaux Noel 🎄🎅

[@ChateauLove]

How wonderful, Rosemarie! We stayed in Fribourg and the whole region is spectacular. 🏰💖

[@sindysimms4001]

That was lovely.

[@LA-jf1zn]

Thank you for sharing. 🦋

[@hmcnaull]

Loved this one.

[@okienana11]

What a great mini trip, thank you for sharing and Merry Christmas.

[@peterwhite9261]

So beautiful. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@lauraclaudia8159]

Superb!!!❤

[@lindarasmussen1686]

Gorgeous! Absolutely loved this vlog.

[@klmjtr]

Just beautiful ✨✨✨✨✨

[@tondakremble6660]

Absolutely gorgeous! Thank-you for the trip. Merry Christmas to all.

[@janinewoodbridge3814]

Beautiful as always I love watching your videos you make me smile ❤😂

[@kellyhawes9293]

Congratulations Isabel!!🎉 What a fabulous place to receive your degree. Thank you Vivienne for sharing such a beautiful trip.❤

[@ChateauLove]

Hi Kelly, that was the graduation of her best friend. Hers is making a cameo in the next episode in England! 😁🏰💖

[@user-df5cj8rg4m]

Loved seeing how the cheese is made. 😊

[@elsecurnow6947]

I love watching your videos always so interesting.

[@Tussybaby3261]

Loved this trip!! You're just so sweet !!

[@jansmith8370]

Lovely trip. Thanks

[@jasondubey8251]

Beautiful Vlog Vivienne! Of course on the night before a surgery on clear liquids only I'm watching you guys eat CHEESE FONDUE! Happy Holidays!

[@ChateauLove]

Oh no! Hang in there, Jason. Your beautiful home needs you in good form. Sending you big hugs and hope for a speedy recovery. 🏰💖

[@debtheguest3109]

This was beautiful! Merry Christmas to you all!

[@veronicarunge2241]

Lovely Christmassy vlog - thank you for sharing your trip - congratulations for the graduation. From Australia.

[@brendam5356]

Bonjour bonsoir Vivienne and Isabella visiting your friend in Switzerland omg such a winterland wonder cold snow beautiful views inside dining on fondue hot wine warm toasty😍👌The gruyere cheese factory just amazing did you buy a block Vivienne 😀👌The pink cow in fishnets just adorable sassy a statement indeed and the cowbells one for Simon🤩The Buddhist display so wonderful the female goddess strong face upwards an auspicious statue thankyou Vivienne Isabella graduation done homeward in a train enjoying pretzels enchante save one for Simon💖💖😘😘👌👌🌟🌟

[@ChateauLove]

Thank you, darling Brenda! 🥰🏰💖

[@eileeng2492]

Thank you Wonderful vlog

[@deirdrecerasa3932]

Thank you for taking us along on your trip to Switzerland. It is truly enchanting and I think I would find it hard to leave. ❤

[@jennyjarrett1208]

Amazing video. Northeast Arkansas US thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@figencebe9287]

congratulations 🥂 🎄🎄🎄merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎄

[@clarefoskett9959]

What a beautiful time you girls had ❤. The pretzels did it for me x.😊

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Amazing! Thank you Vivienne and Isabella! That was magnificent!

[@ChateauLove]

Thank you!! 🥰🥰🏰💖

[@rhondathomas7952]

Love this. Your choice of music was lovely!

[@thewilliamseswonderfulworld]

I hope to one day go to Switzerland. It looks lovely.

[@jeanmartinez7467]

Was there last September. Beautiful place.

[@MaryEllen_of_OBX]

This was beautiful! Now I'm hungry though.

[@joydeal2988]

thank you

[@trineruthlarsen5355]

👍

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

Wonderful country and video ❄️❄️❄️

[@michaelflick1177]

So glad you had a lovely break in Switzerland! It's so hot down under in Australia ... as hot as 34oC. Air conditioning is on big time. The cold of Switzerland looks heavenly by comparison with all the delicious foods and mulled wines! Well done Isabella on your graduation. I wish you all a very happy festive season!

[@Marykguise]

Wow! Another trip! I’d love to see it in summer too! Fondue in Europe was one of my favorite foods!! Always love the history, architecture and learning how things are made. Love from Mary in Southern California 💗🤗🎄🫕

[@Marykguise]

Meant to say another dream trip!!! 😊

[@Eric-kf6dy]

What country produces the best chocolate ... being a judge in that contest would be a dream. Great Video.

[@mp7519]

My beautiful homeland....if you ever come to Lugano, please let me know 💖

[@ChateauLove]

With great pleasure! 🏰💖

[@ddenice963]

Isabella is so beautiful, she must make you guys very proud. She is around the same age as my oldest granddaughter. Thank you again for this wonderful adventure that I get to see through your lens. I love me some Cheese.

[@ChateauLove]

Yes, we are SO proud of her. 🥰🏰💖

[@natasha1369]

It was so nice to watch you trip the Switzerland. It brings back many memories of when I live in Geneva for three years. Taking the train to Gstaad, looping the lake, changing to the mountain train in Montreaux and passing Gruyère on my way up the he mountain. My sister still live up and over the mount from Gstaad. I loved getting to visits her every few weekends and she was always so fun to visit because she would take me to beautiful and wonderful places. So my memories are very special and watching your video brought back when one of the time we went to Gruyère. You should’ve gone to the Montreaux Christmas market it is a really good one. Next time😊. It would be lovely to see. Loved that broach you showed, would of loved it but out of my comfort zone so maybe you will find other Swiss jewelry along the way

[@ChateauLove]

Hi Natasha, I would love to spend more time in Gstaad and Montreux. Yes, the brooch is lovely but jewelry has to be your style! I have a lovely Swiss grand tour bracelet I’ll be uploading soon. Thank you for sharing your lovely memories. 🥰🏰💖

[@aprillanders8018]

Love to visit Switzerland some year!!! My grandfather’s dairy cattle had cow bells. When my brother and I would stay the summer at my grandparents farm, we had to go down the cow lane up and down big hills to get the cows. Omg! I hated the thought because the bull was out there too. So I stayed close to my brother who knew the old bull. Lol! Sometimes we couldn’t see them, we could here those old bells so we knew where to go!! Such fond memories!! I love old castles!! Well, thank you for bringing us with you. Just soo such an incredible experience!!! Lots of love in Tennessee!!

[@ChateauLove]

And hugs to you… from one Tennessee girl to another! 🥰🏰💖

[@gabygaedecke2411]

You mentioned coming back in summer to see Gruyere in its glory - but I would recommend the fall, when they bring the cows back down from the high summer pastures. You can hear the procession of their HUGE bells coming all the way down the hill - they stop traffic for the parade of garlanded cows - it's magical. Another area that does a great job at this is around Lucerne.

[@ChateauLove]

What a wonderful suggestion! I would love to see the cow procession!! 🥰🏰💖

[@benedictegaspard5867]

Hello Vivienne and Simon ! I remember very well gruyère ton in Switzerland ! It is wonderful ! I am Frznch , but I live and work in Genève before, 30 years ago ! I like Constance lake, I also love Montreux for the jazz festival and the Suisse Valais Region, where they speak German. Saas Grund AND Saas Fee, are very well known for skiing and alpinisme

[@ChateauLove]

Merci, Bénédicte! I would love to go back for the jazz festival and to see everything in summer! 🏰💖

[@jasminfield2778]

It would have been nice to see the friend who graduated your daughter looks like her daddy

[@mjh9456]

❤

[@beverley1539]

Hiya Lovlies Thankyou for sharing will like below as many say the same. Anywhoo re the fondue the only thing is Use your plate to eat off not re dipping the same utensils over and over sharing with others that has been in other’s mouth ick. 🇨🇦🐝

[@ChateauLove]

Absolutely! 🙏🏰💖

[@oliviasusan909]

Did you go to he christmas market in Geneva, Lausanne or Montreux? They are a must during this time of the year!

[@ChateauLove]

Sadly not this time…hopefully soon! 🏰💖

[@jodala]

That porcelain cow was also a menorah, I think!

[@ChateauLove]

Oh my… wouldn’t that be something! 😁🏰💖