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in the Canton of Vaud
Get a taste of the varied Vaudois tourist offer in all seasons!
What kind of one-day excursions or weekends are on offer in the canton of Vaud? Lakes, mountains, vineyards, winter sports, summer hikes: Our theme pages are an inspiring invitation to explore our region.
The sublime and varied landscapes in the canton of Vaud are well worth a stay in Switzerland. The nicest way to discover them is by tourist transport.
During your holidays in Switzerland, don't miss the six most beautiful panoramas in the canton of Vaud. They are accessible by train, boat, and cable car.
Visit the cellar of a Vaudois vintner and treat yourself to a tasting session of his or her wines
Explore the vast number of wines, terroir products and winegrowing landscapes of the canton of Vaud during the Vaud Open Cellar Days. A festive and unique Pentecost weekend where you can meet some 300 vintners, taste wines and experience an unforgettable weekend.
What is there to do in the winter before, after or instead of skiing in the canton of Vaud?
Is skiing the only winter activity? Not in the canton of Vaud! Hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skating, wellness and mountain gastronomy make sure you can enjoy the snow in a relaxed way, be it during the day or at night!
The canton of Vaud welcomed young athletes from around the world
The canton of Vaud hosted the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in Lausanne. From January 9 to 22, 2020, the tourist sites of Lausanne, Villars-Les Diablerets, Leysin-Les Mosses and Vallée de Joux organised the competitions for international athletes aged 15 to 18.
Discover the magic of Christmas during a weekend in the canton of Vaud
There’s no place like the canton of Vaud when it comes to charming Christmas markets, attractive end-of-year events and fun activities. Winter won’t ever feel the same again after spending some time at Montreux Noël, Bô Noël and the other Christmas markets.