Lausanne

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Intro

The wide embankments on Lake Geneva, the Olympic Museum, the widely diverse urban quarters and the parklands: Lausanne is full of joie de vivre. Alongside Notre Dame Cathedral, the metro is a key city landmark. Also, thanks to the hillside location, you can see the lake wherever you go.

Lausanne at a glance

This is Lausanne

Lausanne is located in the canton of Vaud in southwestern Switzerland and directly on Lake Geneva. The city’s parks, terraced vineyards and abundance of art and culture make Lausanne a popular destination.

Discover Lausanne

Start your sightseeing in Plateforme 10, the cultural quarter next to the train station. Further north, explore the lively Flon district. Next you’ll encounter the historic heart of Lausanne: Take a leisurely stroll to the Place de la Palud and via the Escaliers du Marché to Notre Dame Cathedral. Here, a tower watchman has been calling the time on the hour every night for 600 years. Switzerland’s only genuine metro will take you to Parc de Sauvabelin, where you can slow your pace in the wide green spaces or take a boat ride on the park’s idyllic lake. The Sauvabelin Tower offers views of the whole of Lausanne and Lake Geneva.

Lakeside leisure in Ouchy

Ouchy is the ideal place to experience the captivating charm of Lausanne. This lakeside quarter is a particularly popular meeting place in summer. Stroll along the spacious quays through magnificent gardens, via the Place de la Navigation with its pools, past the Château d’Ouchy to the harbour.

Olympic Capital

The six rings of the Olympic Games and the Olympic flame are part of Lausanne’s DNA. Wander through the Olympic Park with its sculptures and sports facilities. Encounter the exhilarating history of the Games and cheer along with the athletes in the interactive museum. Another highlight: the bold curves of the IOC headquarters next to the historic Château de Vidy. 

Around Lausanne

Enjoy a tour of the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, with the famous wine villages of Epesses and St-Saphorin. Take a detour to Montreux and nearby Chillon Castle. Alternatively, enjoy the view of the surroundings of Lausanne and the wine terraces by boat.

Experience Lausanne for less

The Lausanne Transport Card lets you travel for free on public transport in the Lavaux area and enjoy discounted leisure activities. The Lausanne City Pass combines free public transport with free or discounted admission to many activities. 

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  • Hôtel Château d'Ouchy 4 Stars

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  • Jugendherberge Lausanne Jeunotel l Stars

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  • Beau-Rivage Palace 5 Stars

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  • Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa 5 Stars

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  • Hôtel Bellerive 3 Stars

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  • Hôtel Angleterre 4 Stars

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  • SwissTech Hotel 2 Stars

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  • Lausanne Lake Geneva ticket from Lausanne to Evian-les-Bains return

    Take a beautiful boat trip from Lausanne to Evian and back with a view of Lake Geneva. You will make... from CHF 38
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    valid: 13.03.2025 - 13.12.2025

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  • Lausanne From Lausanne: bus tour to Interlaken and the Jungfraujoch

    The bus tour to Interlaken with a trip to the Jungfraujoch begins and ends in Lausanne. You travel... from CHF 365
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    valid: 15.03.2025 - 30.12.2025

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  • Lausanne From Lausanne: bus tour to Vevey, Montreux and Chillon

    You travel in a comfortable coach along the Swiss Riviera on Lake Geneva. In Vevey, you will visit... from CHF 140
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    valid: 15.03.2025 - 30.10.2025

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  • Lausanne "Beat the bride" in Lausanne: action-packed hen party

    You'll go on an action-packed city rally together in Lausanne to see the bride off into marriage in... from CHF 299
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    valid: 02.04.2025 - 12.03.2026

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  • Lausanne Tourisme, Lausanne Lausanne City Pass

    Discover the best attractions in Lausanne and its region with the Lausanne City Pass. The Lausanne...
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    valid: 13.03.2025 - 11.04.2025

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  • Lausanne Boat trip ticket from Lausanne to Chillon Castle and back

    On this boat trip from Lausanne to Chillon Castle near Montreux you will get a special view of the... from CHF 55
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  • Lausanne From Lausanne: Bus tour Gruyères and chocolate factory

    Your coach tour to medieval Gruyères begins and ends in Lausanne. You will visit the Maison Cailler... from CHF 132
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    valid: 02.05.2025 - 31.10.2025

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  • Lausanne "Beat the groom" in Lausanne: action-packed stag party

    Together you will go on an action-packed city rally in Lausanne to see the groom off into marriage... from CHF 299
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    valid: 03.04.2025 - 12.03.2026

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  • Lausanne Ticket Olympic Museum Lausanne

    At the Olympic Museum Lausanne, you will get exciting insights into the history of the Olympic... from CHF 20
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    valid: 13.03.2025 - 30.12.2025

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