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A gateway to the region

LAUSANNE AND SURROUNDINGS

Pinpointing a sheltered, scenic spot between Lake Geneva and the Alps, the city of Lausanne combines natural beauty, rich culture and easy access to vineyards, historic towns and mountain resorts.

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Nature

Magnificent vistas

Resting on the northern shore of Europe’s largest freshwater lake, Lausanne looks across the water to the beautiful Savoy and Vaud Alps. Built on three hills, the cityscape reveals its best views in a sequence of undulating vantage points, and on the clearest days, you can see peaks in the distance looming over 3,000 metres above the lake.

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Culture

A cultural treasure trove

From the cobbled streets of its medieval old town, with its majestic cathedral that spears the skies, to the Olympic Museum and the contemporary cultural hub of Plateforme 10, you’ll find Lausanne is a richly layered city that wears every decade of its heritage with atmospheric grace. All you have to do is venture outside to find yourself within minutes of art, music and history.

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Wine

A wine-lover’s paradise

Just 15 minutes’ drive from Lausanne, you’ll find the UNESCO-recognised Lavaux Vineyards. This spectacular region of naturally sheltered, terraced vineyards is easy to get to and simple to explore on foot or by bike, along a path that winds from Lausanne to Chillon Castle. If you’re passionate about wine, spend time touring vineyards and tasting exceptional vintages.

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Day trips

Part of the scenery

Lausanne enjoys a perfect position at the heart of the Swiss Riviera, with easy access to the romance and music of Montreux and the peaceful historic town of Vevey through scenic lake and countryside routes. What’s more, it’s close enough to the Alps to be an easy day trip from resorts like Glacier 3000.

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