A weekend on the shores of Lake geneva

Lausanne is synonymous with Lake Geneva, the Lavaux vineyards, the historic heart of the city, as well as terraces, festivals, little restaurants. Also dubbed “Little San Francisco” or “The pearl of Lake Geneva”, Lausanne is the city of choice for a long weekend of fun, relaxation and a change of scenery.

The Highlights

Once the fine weather arrives, the shores of Lake Geneva come alive with walkers and aficionados of the wheel (skates, skateboards, scooters) sharing the floral quays of Ouchy. The lake offers heaps of activities in and on the water.
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The Flon
The Flon
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AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium Lausanne
AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium Lausanne
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La Cité
La Cité
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The Olympic Museum
The Olympic Museum
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Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva
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UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyard terraces
UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyard terraces
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Where to cool down in Lausanne

The summer is on us in Lausanne and with it come blue skies, sun and heat. So what can we do when it’s just getting too hot and we need to cool down? We selected for you the best places to stay chilled in Lausanne when temperatures are on the rise.

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The best terraces and rooftops in Lausanne

Trendy, student-friendly, hidden away, with a panoramic view, in the city centre or surrounded by greenery: a small selection of the most beautiful terraces in Lausanne.
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The Great Escape
The Great Escape
Ideally located halfway between the Cathedral and Place de la Riponne,...
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Les Grandes Roches
Les Grandes Roches
It feels like stepping into a Berlin Biergarten, except that only in L...
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Les Jardins de PAM
Les Jardins de PAM
A restaurant on 3 levels with a rooftop in the heart of the Lausanne-F...
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Jetée de la Compagnie
Jetée de la Compagnie
The Jetée de la Compagnie is a temporary terrace on the shores of Lake...
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La Folie Voltaire
La Folie Voltaire
The soothing presence of hundred-year-old trees and the joyful activit...
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Restaurant du Vieux-Lausanne
Restaurant du Vieux-Lausanne
For more than 35 years, this family establishment located at the foot ...
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Events you can't miss

Our tips

Discover the city's most beautiful views and enjoy the best take-aways, not to mention the obligatory trip to the ice cream shop for dessert.
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Panoramic stroll
Panoramic stroll
Set on a hillside facing Lake Geneva and the mountains, Lausanne offer...
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In search of the best ice creams in Lausanne
In search of the best ice creams in Lausanne
The sun is out and temperatures are rising. After roaming the city str...

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