Dams in Vaud

The Jorasse piste in the Meilleret region (connected with the Villars-Gryon station) is the perfect place for going around the bend! It permits skiers plenty of beautiful curves while aiming to perfect their skills.

Nyon ice rink on the shore of Lake Geneva welcomes children and adult skaters during the winter season.

Enjoy skiing pleasure at its very best on the descent through the Oldental valley in the Glacier 3000 / Les Diablerets ski area. This challenging piste starts at almost 3,000 m.a.s.l. and takes you through high-Alpine mountain terrain to the Oldenalp 1,100 metres below.

On the peak dominating the Rochers-de-Naye valley, this high-altitude botanical garden with magnificently laid-out rock gardens has a rich collection of specially-cultivated plants, in addition to its reserve containing over 600 varieties of native plant life.

The park is located in the heart of the city and offers a breathtaking view of Lausanne and of the lake.

Switzerland’s biggest indoor amusement park. More than 4,200m2 of family-friendly space! One entry ticket, hours of play.

On the shores of Lake Geneva stands the three-metre-high bronze statue of Freddie Mercury. You can see the late Queen singer in his legendary pose from the Wembley concert in 1986 – with a microphone and a raised fist.

The open-air terraces in Lausanne are as diverse and welcoming as the town itself. Be it hip or luxurious, modern or classic – these four terraces are sure to have something to suit every visitor’s tastes.

This route will give you a closer look at all of the region's distinctive landscapes, including the lake, the vineyards, the countryside and the foot of the Jura mountains.

Get away from it all and visit the sandy beaches at Yvonand. When the sun is shining on Lake Neuchâtel and the waves are lapping softly, it is almost like being at the seaside.

Dare to cross the bridge as our ancestors did. Take the time to admire the vertiginous view and continue along the path that leads straight to the magnificent Ramaclé Waterfall before opening onto the majestic gorges of Gérignoz.

The Videmanette Piste is the longest run in the Gstaad ski region – the descent to Rougemont is a whopping 10 km long. The piste has several great carving areas with some more level sections in between.