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The Olympic Museum presents the cornerstones of olympism – sport, art and education – through its ultra-modern, interactive facilities. The most visited museum in Lausanne was founded by the ICO on the banks of Lake Geneva.
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The restaurant of the Olympic Museum on the shores of Lake Geneva caters to all tastes in a friendly and luminous atmosphere.
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With its abundant natural light, lovely indoor space and pretty terrace, it’s the ideal spot whatever the time of day, particularly in the afternoon for cakes and homemade iced tea.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": The weekend brunches are incredible and always very popular. You can also enjoy them during the week.
Favourite dish: The sweet and savoury pancakes -
At the heart of the old town, the majestic Lausanne Cathedral overlooks the city. Seen as one of the most beautiful gothic art monuments in Europe, it attracts more than 400,000 visitors every year.
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Shopping becomes part of the enjoyment in Lausanne, where every variety of shop is represented within easy walking distance in the city centre.
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For dinner, we (re)discover a must of any stay in Switzerland: fondue, which we enjoy in summer and in winter. We select the Chalet Suisse or the Café Romand for that meal. And for those of us who aren’t cheese lovers, we can savour the Bellini’s delicious dishes.
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When it comes to nightlife in Switzerland, Lausanne has been a leading light since the 1990s, with a reputation that attracts people who enjoy evening festivities from all over Switzerland and Europe.
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A stone throw from the Place de la Riponne, the Pointu offers you open sandwiches, salads and soups in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. At the weekend, brunch is on the menu.
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Take a walk through some of the most beautiful scenery in Switzerland: the UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyard terraces are criss-crossed with marked trails with stunning views over Lake Geneva and the Alps. Little trains on wheels help you up the incline so you can enjoy a walk at your own pace.
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It features three sumptuous Lausanne gardens, situated one after the other along the quays: the Denantou, the Elysée, a little further back, and the Olympic Park, but also the rose garden of Place du Général Guisan, which boasts more than 130 different species of rose. Finally, from the CGN landing stages located at the bottom of the Dapples gardens you can embark for a unique cruise over Lake Geneva.
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The new Platform 10 “arts district” which brings together the Cantonal Fine Arts Museum, the Elysée Museum and the Museum of Design and Contemporary Arts is a unique venue dedicated to culture.