Museums

The Musée Vaudois de la Vigne et du Vin (Vine and Wine Museum) is housed in the impressive Château d'Aigle. Almost 2,000 years of wine-producing history and cultural traditions is displayed and illustrated, in addition to information about jobs in the wine-producing industry.

When plumes of smoke billow out, the distinctive whistling attracts attention and the old train begins to move, the past comes back to life.

The "Espace Ballon" is in the centre of Chateau-'Oex and offers a range of hot air balloon-related activities for children and adults alike. The permanent and temporary exhibitions are designed to inform visitors about the "lighter than air" experience from different angles.

This old farm building, built in 1790 and recently renovated without destroying the original atmosphere, houses a museum dedicated to wheat and bread. The bread-making process is displayed, in addition to the history of the food and speculation on what the future of bread-making will hold. There are three storeys to represent the work of the farmer, the miller and the baker.. Early in 2006, the museum mascot Ti'Grain became a feature on the programme of activities. He's the guide on a learning path along which children can find out about the story of grain and bread.

The BAUD Museum is a paradise for lovers of mechanical musical instruments. The unique collection was created by a family of enthusiasts whose passion has also been their craft and profession for three generations. 55 pieces are displayed, among them are pianos, fairground organs, music boxes and other mechanical instruments.

Children and adults spontaneously find familiar reference points in this world, making it easier to access the history of games through the centuries and across the continents.

The Elysée Museum, a magnificent late-18th century villa with terraced gardens offering a superb view of Lake Geneva and the French Alps, has been completely dedicated to photography since 1985.

The Hermitage Foundation is dedicated to temporary Fine Art exhibitions, and is located inside a beautiful 19th century residence surrounded by magnificent parkland that is open to the public.

The museum displays iconographical and applied art collections from the Association Mémoire de Lausanne, in addition to different cultural assets belonging to the Town of Lausanne.

A unique, lively and interactive exhibition, the Olympic Museum is the world's largest information centre relating to the Olympic Games.