Lausanne
Switzerland · Vaud · 495 m
Description
Lausanne is the capital of the Canton of Vaud, beautifully situated on the northern shore of Lake Geneva with panoramic views of the Savoy Alps. The city is known for its charming Old Town, the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral, its steep hillside streets, the lively lakeside district of Ouchy, and its unique terraced setting. As the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee, Lausanne proudly bears the title of the Olympic Capital and is home to the Olympic Museum. The city is also shaped by the University of Lausanne and the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), giving it a youthful, international atmosphere. Lausanne combines historic architecture, contemporary culture, and academic excellence with the relaxed lifestyle of a lakeside city, making it one of the most attractive destinations in western Switzerland.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
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- Dec
Highlights
- Olympic Museum
- Lausanne Cathedral (Notre-Dame)
- Lausanne Old Town
- Ouchy
- Lake Geneva Boat Cruise
- Chillon Castle(Day trip)
- Sauvabelin Tower
- Lavaux Vineyards(Day trip)
- Sauvabelin Forest
- Palais de Rumine
- Montreux(Day trip)
- Collection de l'Art Brut
- Place de la Palud
- Chaplin's World(Day trip)
- Esplanade de Montbenon
- Flon District
- Vevey Old Town(Day trip)
- Hermitage Foundation
- Rolex Learning Center
- Rochers-de-Naye(Day trip)
- Lausanne Botanical Garden
- Glacier 3000(Day trip)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Lausanne
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry