Sightseeing in Lausanne - what to see. Complete travel guide

Many travelers associate Lausanne with the first class spa-centers and scenic parks, marvelous landscapes of Lake of Geneva and numerous entertainment centers. The popular touristic …
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The main natural landmark of Lausanne is the beautiful Lake Geneva. It is the largest and most beautiful lake in Central Europe. In Lausanne, on the shore of the lake, there is a wonderful resort area with beaches, a park and entertainment facilities. A stroll along the lake shore will be interesting at any time of the year. Along the lake there is a wonderful promenade. In the warm season pleasure boats cruise on the lake. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
1. Public system of transportation is presented with the bus and trolleybus networks. Another way to cruise the city is underground. Visitors, who are going to use city transport, should …
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Everyone who is interested in the art of photography will be interested to visit the Musee de L'Elysee. It occupies a beautiful Baroque mansion. The museum has a permanent exposition, and often hosts various exhibitions and presentations. During many of these events, you can buy unique works of famous modern photographers. After visiting the museum, guests can stroll through the picturesque garden.


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City tours, excursions and tickets in Lausanne and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Lausanne
♥ Shopping area ' Place St. Francois' Lausanne, 0.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rue du Pont' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rue St. Francois' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Place de la Palud' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rue Haldimand' Lausanne, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Place St. Francois' Lausanne, 0.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Rue du Pont' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Rue St. Francois' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Place de la Palud' Lausanne, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Rue Haldimand' Lausanne, 0.3 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Lausanne
♥ Castle 'St-Maire Castle' , 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Morges Castle' , 10.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Vufflens Castle' , 11.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Larringes' Haute-Savoie, 16.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Ripaille' Haute-Savoie, 18.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'St-Maire Castle' , 0.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Morges Castle' , 10.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Vufflens Castle' , 11.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Larringes' Haute-Savoie, 16.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Château de Ripaille' Haute-Savoie, 18.4 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Lausanne
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haut-Jura' , 52.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Massif des Bauges' , 100.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gran Paradiso' , 123.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Chartreuse' , 145.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Nature Park 'Haut-Jura' , 52.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Massif des Bauges' , 100.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gran Paradiso' , 123.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Regional Nature Park 'Chartreuse' , 145.4 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Lausanne and around
♥ Art museum 'Museum of Contemporary Design and Applied Arts' Lausanne, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts' Lausanne, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Collection de l art brut' Lausanne, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée de l Élysée' Lausanne, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Musée Jenisch' Vevey, 17.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museum of Contemporary Design and Applied Arts' Lausanne, 0.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts' Lausanne, 0.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Collection de l art brut' Lausanne, 0.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Musée de l Élysée' Lausanne, 1.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Musée Jenisch' Vevey, 17.6 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Lausanne from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Swimming pool at LeCrans Hotel
From the series “Most Scary Swiiming Pools”
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Distance from Lausanne center - 67.5 km.
The terrace is equipped with sun loungers next to the pool in the summer. You can take sunbath and enjoy the mountain scenery at the same time. LeCrans positions itself as a Spa hotel. A wide range of services for wellness and self-care is available to guests here. Only natural materials were used in the decoration of the LeSpa Spa, as well as other areas of the hotel. This is wood and natural stone. This luxury hotel remains one of the best places to stay in Switzerland for those who love to connect with nature. …
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Tortin Ski Slope
From the series “Top 13 Furious Ski Resorts and Pistes”
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Distance from Lausanne center - 65.8 km.
For this reason, the extreme sports fans prefer to visit the health resort in the spring when the snow begins to melt or in autumn, when it has not yet hidden all the special features of the 'black' slopes. The health resort Verbier also offers many opportunities for freeriding. However Verbier was known worldwide precisely because of the 'Torin' runway. …
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Neuchatel
From the series “Amazing Ancient Fortresses Preserved to This Day”
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Distance from Lausanne center - 58.4 km.
In the tower is presented the incredibly interesting exposition - the tiny models of Neuchâtel city. The museum visitors can see what the city looked like in the early Middle Ages, and how it was expanded until the 19th century. Despite the impressive age, the castle has preserved a lot of original elements, including the ancient frescos whose age is over 500 years. It is better to inquire about the time of the excursions. In the high season, they are often led more often. …
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