Mountains in Vaud

The mountain Le Chasseron lies at 1,607m in the Jura mountains of the Canton of Vaud, roughly ten kilometres northwest of Yverdon-les-Bains. It is part of the southeasternmost chain of the folded Jura, which falls away sharply to the Swiss plateau.

Mont Pèlerin, Vevey’s local mountain, allows you to see the beauty of Lake Geneva, the western Swiss Alps and the Jura at a glance. You will reach the summit by funicular, passing by the vineyards of Lavaux along the way. The best vantage point is the “Plein Ciel” tower.

A well-connected hiking and biking region between Villars-sur-Ollon and the Les Diablerets village. Mountain and gondola railways together with lesser-known bus connection.

At Grand Muveran, visitors may chance upon wildlife. Chamois and ibex in particular love this secluded area, which delights all visitors who love scenic wilderness and mountains.

From Vevey a cog railway runs via Blonay to the vantage point with open-air exhibition of our solar system and the universe. And in spring the surrounding fields are chockablock full of daffodils.

Not far from Zinal, the striking peak of the Zinalrothorn stretches up into the sky. It is a classic alpine climbing peak, making it popular among mountaineers.