When to visit Lausanne
Switzerland’s fourth largest city sits on the north shore of Lake Geneva where rainfall is distributed throughout the year. But if you want to explore Lausanne, it’s best to book holiday packages from June to September when the weather is good and temperatures are excellent.
Winter season can be extremely cold in Lausanne so if you’re not used to freezing temperatures, it’s best to avoid traveling to the city during winter.
What to do in Lausanne
So, you finally booked holiday packages to Lausanne. Here are some of the things that you should include in your itinerary:
Say a prayer at the Lausanne cathedral
Built during the 13th century and consecrated in 1275, Lausanne cathedral is only one of the many iconic buildings in the city. It is also where the Lookout stays, a watchman who barks out the hours between 10:00 PM to 02:00 AM every day of the year.
Stroll by Lake Geneva at the Ouchy Promenade
If you’re visiting Lausanne in the summer, you should never miss strolling by Lake Geneva in a kilometer-long walkway called the Ouchy Promenade. This place is bustling with activities. You can shop at the local market, watch a public concert or just enjoy a book by the lakefront.
But if you have the budget, you can check in at one of the stately hotels near the promenade like Chateau d’Ouchy and Beau-Rivage.
Visit the Olympic Museum
Lausanne is the Olympic capital of the world since it is the home of the International Olympic Committee. So, if you are heading to the city, make sure to drop by the Olympic Museum.
Here, you will see three floors of exhibitions related to the Olympic world with the ground floor focusing on the history of the Olympics and its resurrection in the 19th century. You should also visit the Olympic Park while you’re in the area.
Enjoy spectacular views at Esplanade de Montbenon
No trip to Lausanne will be complete without enjoying the spectacular views at Esplanade de Montbenon. This beautifully manicured space offers the most stunning panoramas of the city and it is also surrounded by beautiful structures and art edifices.
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