Montreux Casino

Montreux Casino was a popular casino and entertainment venue located in Montreux, Switzerland, sitting on the shores of Lake Geneva. It hosted gambling, concerts, and events, attracting both locals and tourists. The casino gained international attention when a fire in 1971 caused significant damage—reportedly started during a Frank Zappa concert—leading to its destruction. The incident was famously referenced in the rock song “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple. The casino was later rebuilt and continues to be a notable cultural landmark in the Montreux region.