Oenotourisme
Much more than just a wine tasting, wine tourism in Vaud is an immersive experience at the heart of the vineyards, local heritage and traditional skills.
Our wine tourism ideas by theme
Under the Vaud Oenotourisme brand, wineries and experiences invite you to meet the producers, explore the vineyard landscapes and experience wine through authentic moments: tours and tastings, culinary experiences, walks through the vineyards, and cultural and leisure activities.
Vin & Gastronomy
Treat yourself to some unique experiences that perfectly combine wine and Vaudois cuisine.
Sport & Nature
Discover our wine tourism experiences by bike – a unique way to explore the heritage of the Vaud region
Culture & Heritage
Discover our wine tourism experiences set against a backdrop of heritage, amidst stone walls and century-old vineyards.
Plan your wine tourism day by wine region
Experiencing wine tourism by wine region means taking the time to explore the six wine regions of the canton of Vaud:
Start your mornings with wine-tasting tours and experiences, then continue the fun in the afternoon with cultural activities or outdoor adventures. Thanks to the short distances and an efficient public transport network, it’s perfectly possible to stay in one place and easily explore the whole canton, creating a varied and stress-free holiday.
Swiss Wine Tour
Swiss Wine Tour offers a selection of high-quality wine tourism experiences across Switzerland. Wine tastings, walks through the vineyards, meetings with winemakers and wine-related activities are carefully selected to guarantee authenticity, expertise and the excellence of the terroir.
Best of Wine Tourism
Every year, the international Best Of Wine Tourism competition, organised by the Great Wine Capitals network, recognises the best wine tourism experiences from around the world. In Switzerland, and particularly in the canton of Vaud, several organisations stand out for the quality, creativity and sustainability of their offerings.
Partenaires oenotouristiques
Vaud Oenotourisme
The Association Vaud Oenotourisme (AVOE), founded in 2018, brings together stakeholders from the wine, gastronomy and hospitality sectors around a shared ambition: to promote the Vaud region through authentic, high-quality experiences. Recognised by the Canton of Vaud, it supports the development of wine tourism at local, regional and national levels by fostering synergies between the various sectors of activity.
Swiss Wine Vaud
Swiss Wine Vaud is the Vaud regional branch of Swiss Wine Promotion, the national organisation responsible for promoting Swiss wines. It showcases the terroirs, grape varieties and expertise of Vaud’s winegrowers through communication campaigns, events and partnerships with the tourism sector. Together, they work to raise the profile of Swiss wines, both in Switzerland and internationally.
Great Wine Capitals
Lausanne is part of the prestigious international Great Wine Capitals network, which brings together the world’s leading wine tourism destinations. This distinction recognises the excellence of its vineyards, the quality of its hospitality and the richness of its lifestyle. With its lake, vineyards and fine dining, Lausanne offers a unique experience for wine lovers. It is an unmissable destination for discovering the very best of the region.
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