Lausanne: Attractions and Travel Guide

As well as the Olympic Museum, a drawing card for sports enthusiasts from all over the world, Lausanne appeals to the visitor for its position, its medieval centre and its cultural events. Strolling through the narrow alleys of the centre, tourists come across charming boutiques, cosy cafes and excellent restaurants. The city’s Gothic Cathedral is a gorgeous example of 13th century architecture, with 4 spires and 105 stained glass windows. The nearby vineyards allow a perfect opportunity for strolling through the countryside, while participating in the obligatory, and pleasurable, wine tasting.
The world-famous Béjart Ballet offers concerts in June and either October or December, and is definitely worth a visit for lovers of high culture. An international competition for young dancers, the Prix de Lausanne, is held annually in January and February. In November, concerts of the Lausanne Opera, the Lausanne Chamber Orchestra, and the Orchestra of the Suisse Romande turn this city into a musical hub of international renown.
Lausanne is also a great starting point for excursions into the surrounding countryside, with a number of attractions nearby. Zermatt and the Matterhorn are within easy reach, as are the Les Diablerets Glacier, the Vaud Alps, and the Jungfrau. Passing by the vineyard of Lavaux, through Vevey and Montreaux, you reach the historic Chillon Castle, a 12th century masterpiece nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva and shadowed by towering mountain peaks.

Other Attractions Switzerland:

Montreux (About 14.6 mi) - Fribourg (About 24.7 mi) - Champéry (About 26.2 mi)

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