| Finishing up in Switzerland, Ohio and Dearborn Counties
To continue the Scenic Route, take 56 east out of Madison and the next stop on the tour is Switzerland County, with Vevay being the county seat. Vevay is another town situated on the majestic Ohio River. It was settled in 1802 by Swiss immigrants who relocated from Vevey, Switzerland. The first settlers planted grapes, and wine has been produced there ever since - Vevay was home to the first commercial wine makers in the United States, and it is still a celebrated part of life in Vevay. The courthouse, built in 1864, is still used, and can be toured by visitors. <see our Switzerland County pages> <click to see more>
To continue on the Scenic Route, take 156 out of Vevay and enter Ohio County, Indiana’s smallest county both in population and area. Rising Sun has seen a virtual rebirth in the last few years, and now offers visitors trolley tours, fine dining, gentrified riverfront shops, and historic sites. The Rising Sun courthouse, built in 1846, is the oldest courthouse in continuous operation in Indiana. The visitor with a penchant for gaming can also enjoy the Grand Victoria Casino & Resort. <see our Ohio Counties pages>
The eastern-most county on the Ohio River, and the last stop on our tour is Dearborn County. Aurora’s Hillforest Mansion is a beautifully restored Italian Renaissance mansion open to visitors, and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. The Argosy Casino & Hotel in Lawrenceburg, and is said to be “world’s most popular riverboat casino.” <see our Dearborn County pages> <click to see more>
Once again, we are struck with just how much Southern Indiana has to offer! The Ohio River Scenic Route tour is a perfect way to get to know the Southernmost part of our state, and all the while enjoy the beauty and glory of the Ohio River.
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