Lausanne
Lausanne
Built on the shores of Lake Geneva and along the – now underground – river “Le Flon”, Lausanne combines the characteristics of a lake destination, an international capital, a historic and a trendy city. No less! Discover the vibrant spirit of Vaud’s capital, which easily holds its own among Europe’s major cities.
Lausanne Tourisme
A dream stay in the Vaud region
Known for its name of “Olympic Capital” and the exceptional view it offers on Lake Geneva and the Alps, Lausanne has many other treasures in store.
Switzerland’s fifth-largest city has many distinct aspects: a historic old town, a Gothic cathedral, a dynamic metropolis with modern districts such as Le Flon (built above the river with the same name), and a holiday destination with Mediterranean flair.
Moreover, this town of character is also a cultural capital. Its countless museums such as Platforme 10, which brings together the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (MCBA), the Cantonal Museum of Contemporary Design and Applied Arts (mudac), and the Cantonal Museum for Photography (Photo Elysée), and its theatres such as Beaulieu, Vidy-Lausanne and L’Opéra de Lausanne – offer a vast and varied programme.
Gourmets and night owls alike will enjoy the multitude of restaurants, bars and nightclubs that are on a par with Europe’s largest cities.
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