The Lausanners' cultural or artistic interval

Lausanne's iconic cathedral has towered over the city for more than eight centuries. A masterpiece of Gothic art, it captivates visitors with the harmony of its architecture, the richness of its sculpted details and the serenity it inspires. From its tower, an exceptional panorama opens up over the roofs of the Cité, Lake Geneva and the Alps.

Located in the heart of Lausanne, a short walk from the SBB station, PLATEFORME 10 is a cultural site unique in Switzerland, bringing together three major cantonal museums: the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (MCBA), the Cantonal Museum of Design and Contemporary Applied Arts (mudac) and the Cantonal Museum of Photography (Photo Elysée). A must for art lovers and culture buffs alike.

A quintessential museum in Lausanne's cultural landscape, the Collection de l'Art Brut captivates and fascinates with every visit. Housed in an elegant old manor house, the collection reveals a unique artistic universe, created outside the traditional circuits. Here, there is no academic training or aesthetic conventions: the works on display are the work of passionate self-taught artists, guided by a raw, intimate and often stirring creativity. It's a fascinating insight into the authenticity of human expression, and a must-see.

The Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts de Lausanne (MCBA) has been putting art on the map in Switzerland since 1841. Located since 2019 in the heart of the Plateforme 10 arts district, it presents several temporary exhibitions each year, drawing on a rich collection of over 10,000 works, from the late 18^th century to the present day.

As the sole design-dedicated institution in French-speaking Switzerland, mudac offers a captivating journey through bold design, contemporary glass, jewellery, graphic arts, and ceramics. A must-visit for curious minds and creative souls alike.