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As Christmas draws near, the streets of Lausanne are starting to sparkle, creating a warm and festive atmosphere, with shop windows bearing their most beautiful decorations. That means it’s time to immerse ourselves in the magic of Christmas and find the perfect gifts for our loved ones. Lausanne offers a myriad of options for unique, local gifts that will bring oohs and ahs when they’re unwrapped.
Here’s a look back at the favourites of our Lausanners, class of 2023-2024: discover their ready-to-use ideas for spoil your nearest and dearest!
Who are the Lausanners?
They are the best ambassadors of our city. Locals who tell you about their experiences and share their good addresses with you, through their own eyes and their own words. Each has his or her passion and interests, but all have in common their love of Lausanne.
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For those who can’t keep still
Lausanne is much more than a simple town, it’s a true epicentre of sport and not for nothing is it known as the Olympic Capital! Here, streets go up and down, and up again… Ideal to maintain thighs and calves of steel!
Does your nephew see himself as Michael Jordan and spend his time practising dunks? Gift him a pass for basketball sessions at the Beaulieu Sports Halls. It’s the perfect present for him to improve with the best coaches and to become, like our Lausanner Axel, a real pro of the orange ball!
Every family as its cyclo flash and among the Lausanners, it’s Vincent! To brave the winter cold and keep warm when cycling, nothing will beat a pair of gloves from Tandem.
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For the little’ uns
The ideal destination for children, where you’ll find many activities and spots that are suited to them. Green parks, interactive museums and local festivities make Lausanne a perfect place for family adventures.
The “à NaNaNi” shop is a true Ali Baba’s treasure cave that our classy mommy Madina recommends. Here, the shelves are packed with creative toys, educational books and adorable clothes for young kids. We guarantee that you’ll find something to make your children’s eyes sparkle!
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For artists
Lausanne, a city of many charms, offers endless inspirations for artists. If you’re hunting for the gift that will enchant the creative heart of a loved one, here are three gift ideas that celebrate the Lausanne arts scene.
Our talented Lausanner Amelie’s pretty cards, available in the boutique “Les Gens”, capture the beauty and diversity of the city under a unique angle. We’d love to have them all in our home!
For photography enthusiasts, the slide films from Photovision are perfect to immortalise the magic of Lausanne streets with a vintage touch, in the manner of Lausanner Michaël. We’re not very objective, but Lausanne is the perfect playground for photographers.
Does your niece aspire to be a ballet dancer? She’ll be amazed by our dancing queen Jasmine during a performance of the Béjart Ballet Lausanne. It’s a rare occasion to admire a world-renowned show in the birthplace of contemporary dancing.
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For coffee addicts
The Vaud capital is a true paradise for coffee lovers. With its friendly addresses and passionate artisans, Lausanne offers an unforgettable experience for aficionados of the brew.
Is your cousin always tired? We suggest adding a touch of caffeine to her life by offering a gift that will awaken her senses. Two ideas of exceptional presents include the set of speciality coffee or matcha from Sleepy Bear, for an unusual taste adventure, or the merchandising of Coffee Page, where she will find elegant accessories to display her love for this comforting beverage.
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For lovers of Lausanne
How about displaying Lausanne on our walls? The irresistible creations “Sunset in Lausanne” and “Christmas in Lausanne” by illustrator Marchetti could be the perfect gift to capture the beauty of Lausanne, offering a piece of our city immortalized in a magical moment, both at sunset and during the festive season.
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To combine style and usefulness, the iconic The Lausanner tote bag will look fab on your best friend’s arm! An accessory with a local and practical design that celebrates the city during each outing.
In Lausanne, we are foodies! Just like your uncle, wouldn’t you say? The Lausanne Choco Tour is the gift you need to delight him. He will thoroughly enjoy this gourmet activity that will take him round the city and its iconic spots while discovering 5 of the best Lausanne chocolatiers.
For Lausanne lovers, find our gifts made in Lausanne at the tourist office.
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