At Godis Lausanne, every day is samedi. This Swedish candy shop on Av. de la Gare is bringing the beloved tradition of Lördagsgodis—literally “Saturday candy”—to our city. No passport required, just a paper bag, a scooper, and the self-control not to fill it to the brim with salted liquorice and sour gummies.
A Crash Course in Lördagsgodis
When we spoke with co-founder Adam, he explained that in Sweden, Saturday candy is more than a sugar rush—it’s a ritual. Kids (and plenty of adults) wait all week for Saturday, then descend on their local shop, scoop in hand, to curate the perfect mix of sweets. Originally a public health initiative, it became a national tradition and a nostalgic anchor for generations.
At Godis, though, the rules are a little looser. Their motto? “Samedi, tous les jours.” Because why should Saturday have all the fun?
Scoop, Scoop, Hooray: The Godis Experience in Lausanne
Part of the pleasure here is in the process. Grab a paper bag. Take a scooper. Channel your inner eight-year-old and start filling.
The shelves are lined with chewy vegan bears, ultra-sour gummies, chocolates, marshmallows, and—of course—the liquorice. Salted liquorice is practically a Swedish national sport, and Godis lets you train at every level. Some are mild enough for first-timers; others are so salty you might feel the zing in your hairline (Pippi Longstocking would definitely approve).
Yes, Lausanne Needed a Sugar High Swedish Candy Shop
Lausanne already does chocolate and pastries exceptionally well. But until now, there was no place to indulge in this particular slice of Scandinavian happiness. Godis fills that sweet gap—introducing locals and visitors to a new kind of ritual, one scoop at a time.
And the best part? A 250-gram bag won’t make your wallet wince. Whether you’re treating your kids, your date, or your inner child, Godis proves that here in Lausanne, every day can feel like Saturday.
TLG Favorites: Cadrans XL Sour Raspberry and Liquorice and Swedish fish (yes, they are even better here).
Godis
Address: Av. de la Gare 22, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland
Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00-22:00
