Culture
19 May 22
Lausanne à Table 2022 Program is live!
Foodies rejoice! The Lausanne à Table 2022 Program is live, and there are even more events to look forward to this year. Let the feasting and festivities begin!
21 Apr 22
The Tour de France Returns to Lausanne
On Saturday July 9th, the eighth stage of the Tour de France will leave from Dole in the Jura region of France and end right here in Lausanne.
01 Apr 22
Everyday Icons: The Mighty (Toilet) Duck
The toilet duck is the unsung hero of Swiss inventions and has been conquering dirty toilets across the globe for over forty years.
23 Mar 22
Treasures from the Treilles Foundation at the Hermitage
The exhibition offers a unique opportunity to view the collection of Anne Gruner Schlumberger, including works by Arp, Braque, Brauner, Dubuffet, Ernst, Alberto Giacometti, Klee, Lalanne, Léger, Picasso, and Takis.
01 Mar 22
Walking in the Footsteps of Napoleon
A day among monks and cuddly dogs – venture to the edge of Switzerland to visit the Grand St. Bernard Hospice.
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03 Feb 22
The Hollow Mountains: Discover the Secret Swiss Bunkers
Brush up on history and see how the Swiss fortified the country with thousands of secret bunkers – plus discover which ones you can visit today.
09 Nov 21
The Woman at the Top of the Tower
When Lausanne announced they’d hired the first female night watchman – or “guette” – Cassandre Berdoz stepped confidently into the crossroads of tradition and modernity.
05 Nov 21
Blank Canvas: Plateforme 10 Invites the Public to the New MUDAC and Elysée Museums
This weekend only! The public is invited to visit the empty building before it closes again until summer…
07 Oct 21
How to Prepare a Brisolée-Themed Picnic
It’s time for one of our favorite autumn traditions, originally from the Valais but now adopted in Vaud.
05 Oct 21
Everyday Icons: Always on time, The Swiss Railway Clock
The Swiss railway clock is part of our everyday commuting and travelling routine, existing in the backdrop as a careful keeper of time and orderly departures. Learn more about its design and functionality.
03 Sep 21
5 Villages to Celebrate Les Désalpes
A charming alpine tradition since 3000 BC, here are 5 places you can watch the “cows come home” somewhat close to Lausanne.
19 May 21
If Those Waves Could Talk: Treasure Hunting in the Léman
A morning learning to listen to the stories of those who loved these shores before us.
