Bird Watching in Switzerland in Lausanne

Without Globus, Lausanne would simply be that bit less colourful: fashionistas and connoisseurs meet at the Globus Fashion Mini Flagship Store on Rue du Pont to experience the latest trends up close.

Every couple of minutes, a train from Lausanne-Ouchy by Lake Geneva runs almost silently uphill to the SBB railway station and onwards via the city centre (Flon) to Epalinges-Croisettes. The fully automated Métro trains are remotely controlled and spend half their time underground.

A natural haven of peace located on Montriond hill in the heart of Lausanne. In this little green paradise, full of brightly coloured flowers and large trees, you’ll be able to escape into a haven of relaxation – even though you’re practically in the city centre still.

From Ouchy, the quays open out into a vast public park with extensive lawned areas and magnificent age-old trees. The grounds are graced by a 16-metre-high Thai pavilion.

Situated near the Olympic Museum, the two open-air ice rinks at Montchoisi (Rink 60 x 25 m and Elysée 65 x 18 m) are a popular amenity for families and sport lovers.

BEE Rivage – A Luxury Retreat for Wild Bees in the Park of Beau-Rivage Palace Lausanne: Designed by architects François Born and Adrien Clairac, BEE Rivage blends aesthetics with a strong ecological purpose. Inspired by the four seasons and local flora, it caters to the needs of the most discerning wild bees. A blooming grove, encircled by a protective ring, houses diverse nesting structures tailored to different bee species. The project aims to preserve vital habitats and raise awareness for the protection of these essential pollinators.

Winter opening of the outdoor ice rink on the Esplanade du Flon, avant-garde district in the heart of the city, a stone’s throw from hotels and shops.

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

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.

The Vaudoise aréna is THE place to go for sports-related events and activities in Lausanne, whether at amateur or professional level.

In Lausanne you will discover the world's largest collection of Art Brut. Over 60,000 works by self-taught artists who created works beyond all the rules of art. A visit that has the power to question your usual understanding of art.

Discover the history of the Olympic Games from antiquity to the present day at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne. Over 1,500 objects, interactive stations and an 8,000 square metre sculpture park await you on Lake Geneva.

Fine arts, photography and contemporary art brought together in one single spot near Lausanne station, in a cultural area that is unique in Switzerland.

This magnificent country park boasts one of the best vantage points in Lausanne. But the panoramic views are by no means the only attribute that attracts visitors. There is a tree here that is worth a visit all on its own. This is a unique weeping willow, situated some 50 metres from the manor house, that was planted in the middle of the 19th century.

At AQUATIS Lausanne you will immerse yourself in the freshwater worlds of all 5 continents. See around 10,000 fish, reptiles and amphibians up close and learn why freshwater is so precious.

On the hills above Lausanne, Sauvabelin Park is a popular destination with families and nature lovers. Anyone who scales the 302 steps up to the platform of the Tower of Sauvabelin will be rewarded with stunning panoramic views.