Lucens Castle is a beautiful and grand historic structure, located on a hill top and over looking the countryside town of Lucens. Built around the 16th Century, the castle served a residential place for kings and nobility, a fortress, a girls institution before being sold to a private party. Today, it functions as a luxury event venue with weddings, dinners, parties, meetings and conferences regularly hosted here. 10 rooms for accommodation are available as well.
La cathédrale de Lausanne est présentée comme le plus grand et le plus bel édifice gothique de Suisse. Inaugurée en 1275, elle a été agrandie par la suite sans toutefois être complètement achevée: il manque toujours la tour nord. Elle est décorée par de nombreux et magnifiques vitraux. Le matin et l'après-midi, il est possible de monter au sommet de la tour pour apercevoir une superbe vue sur la ville. La nuit, aux heures pleines de 22h à 2h, le guet crie l'heure sur les quatre côtés de la tour depuis le moyen âge. La cathédrale est régulièrement le théâtre de concerts classiques qui bénéficient de son cadre magnifique ainsi que de la présence des orgues.
Deep in the recesses of the Sauvabelin forest lies a modern, wood-built tower which affords a breathtaking view of the rolling Jura Mountains and glistening Lake Léman. Measuring 35 meters (115 feet), the distinctive tower takes its name from the surrounding forest. Although it serves a spectacular purpose, the structure itself is eye-catching, and its spiral staircase was inspired by the helical architecture found at the Chateau de Chambord in France. Fashioned out of Douglas firs sourced from local forests, this tower and its supporting institutions are greatly inclined towards sustainable development and environmental consciousness, and strive to radiate the same principles to visitors.
This lovely small street runs through part of central Lausanne, with Rue de La Paix on the east and Place Saint-François on the west. One of the city’s premier high-end shopping locations, the street is bustling with cafes, shops, alleyways, charming buildings, and cobblestones. It’s a pleasure to walk through and a nice place to rub elbows with locals. Many stores on this street, which is one of the oldest in the city, sell goods from international luxury brands.
Sauvabelin Forest is a suburban park where Lausanne locals have come for Sunday strolls and afternoon walks in a soothing natural setting for more than a century. Walks lead past the River Flon, the picturesque Bois de Sauvabelin, and the ruins of a former Swiss village. The true highlights of the forest are the Lac du Sauvabelin, an artificial lake built in the late 19th century, and the Sauvebelin Tower, an interesting wooden structure nine stories tall with beautiful views of the surrounding region. Visitors often take picnics on landscaped grounds, row boats on the lake in the warmer months, and take children to see Swiss-native farm animals. Legend has it that the late and great David Bowie owned a home on the forest grounds.
Le Château de Chillon est le site historique le plus visité du pays. Situé à 20 minutes de Lausanne en train (près de Montreux), cette forteresse date du 11ème siècle et la visite en vaut la peine. Si vous voulez éviter les foules de touristes qui s'y rendent l'été, allez-y vers 9h du matin en cette période de l'année. Si vous êtes en forme, prenez le train jusqu'à Montreux et marchez au bord du lac jusqu'au château, ça vous prendra 45 minutes. Un conseil: il y a un stand touristique qui projette un film du château juste devant l'entrée. Ne restez pas collés à l'écran alors que le château est tout autour de vous
Chateau Maison Blanche is an unmissable sight while visiting the picturesque Yvorne village. Its tall towers look majestic, and this grandiose facade is complemented by the wonderful vineyards which are part of the estate. Explore the cellars where fine wines are produced and aged in wooden barrels. Visitors can also enjoy exquisite local cuisine at the on site restaurant, which when paired with the delicious wines and sweeping countryside views makes it a oenophile's dream destination.
Lucens Castle is a beautiful and grand historic structure, located on a hill top and over looking the countryside town of Lucens. Built around the 16th Century, the castle served a residential place for kings and nobility, a fortress, a girls institution before being sold to a private party. Today, it functions as a luxury event venue with weddings, dinners, parties, meetings and conferences regularly hosted here. 10 rooms for accommodation are available as well.
Located in the village of Le Bouveret, on the brink of Lake Geneva, discover a miniature Swiss world, replete with stunning replicas of Switzerland's landmarks. Meandering through the thick of these model buildings are 16 locomotives, eight of which are steam-powered. The trains go along eight tracks that intertwine their way through the length of this beautiful, scenic park. The park includes a 700-meter (5577.42 feet) track, along with 1200 meters (3937 feet) of walking trails. The Swiss Vapeur Parc hosts the Swiss International Film Festival in June every year. Visitation hours vary as per the season, so check the official website prior to planning your visit.
Le Château de Chillon est le site historique le plus visité du pays. Situé à 20 minutes de Lausanne en train (près de Montreux), cette forteresse date du 11ème siècle et la visite en vaut la peine. Si vous voulez éviter les foules de touristes qui s'y rendent l'été, allez-y vers 9h du matin en cette période de l'année. Si vous êtes en forme, prenez le train jusqu'à Montreux et marchez au bord du lac jusqu'au château, ça vous prendra 45 minutes. Un conseil: il y a un stand touristique qui projette un film du château juste devant l'entrée. Ne restez pas collés à l'écran alors que le château est tout autour de vous
La cathédrale de Lausanne est présentée comme le plus grand et le plus bel édifice gothique de Suisse. Inaugurée en 1275, elle a été agrandie par la suite sans toutefois être complètement achevée: il manque toujours la tour nord. Elle est décorée par de nombreux et magnifiques vitraux. Le matin et l'après-midi, il est possible de monter au sommet de la tour pour apercevoir une superbe vue sur la ville. La nuit, aux heures pleines de 22h à 2h, le guet crie l'heure sur les quatre côtés de la tour depuis le moyen âge. La cathédrale est régulièrement le théâtre de concerts classiques qui bénéficient de son cadre magnifique ainsi que de la présence des orgues.
Chateau de Beaulieu is a heritage building that was built in the 18th Century, and once served as a residence for scholar and historian, Madame de Staël. The initial part of the building was designed by Lausanne architect Rodolphe de Crousaz in a neo-classical style with a single facade building. However, the site went through major changes once it was acquired by pastor Gabriel-Jean-Henry Mingard in 1766. Today, the regal castle comprises a three-part facade measuring 50 meters (164 feet) and is home to the exhibit known as Collection de l'Art Brut (Collection of Naive Art), by Jean Dubuffet. Standing under a picturesque sloping roof, this country estate is adorned with charming décor, and is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.