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Autumn delightsin the canton of Vaud

Autumn is the ideal season for an excursion or a stay in the canton of Vaud.

Mild temperatures, nature’s flamboyant colours and festive events mark this bright and calm season. Get inspiration from our top 20 must-do autumnal activities!

As a calmer period after the frenzy of the summer, the autumn still promises bright days and balmy evenings in the canton of Vaud. Radiating from a sky that seems closer to the Earth, the sun rays shed new light on the magnificent landscapes. An unmissable stroll in the terraced vineyards of Lavaux UNESCO opposite majestic Lake Geneva and the Alps will fill you with a feeling of plenitude and will create an atmosphere for daydreaming. The yellow-orangey hues of the vineyards form a lovely contrast with the blue-grey reflections of the water that is as smooth as a mirror. The grape harvest in full swing throughout the county lends itself perfectly to taking multiple snapshots!

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Enjoy the autumnal colours at the Arboretum
Countryside walk through the National Arboretum and vineyards overlooking Lake Geneva.

Stroll through Lavaux during the grape harvest
Enjoy a different experience of the Lavaux UNESCO vineyard with the interactive activities of the Vaud:Guide app.

Visit the Bonvillars truffle market
Dedicated to the Swiss truffle, this market gives you a chance to sample this exceptional product.

Visit the Le Chalet cheese dairy in Château-d’Oex
Parfait ambassadeur des produits authentiques du Pays-d’Enhaut, le restaurant Le Chalet est aussi une fromagerie de démonstration.

Visit Plateform 10 as a premiere
The new Platforme 10 “arts district” brings together the Cantonal Fine Arts Museum, the Elysée Museum and the Museum of Design and Contemporary Art...

Combine culture and winetouristic strolls in Aigle
Discover Chablais AOC Wine Region thank to this fun and interactive path, loaded on your smartphone!

Book a wine tasting session and cellar visit
Open Cellar Days, wine tasting sessions at the vintners’ cellars, a stroll through the vineyards, ideal food-wine pairings and a vintner and oenologist’s work await gourmets out for winetouristic experiences.

Enjoy a brunch at an altitude of 3000 meters!
Enjoy a fine-tasting Botta Brunch at high altitude while taking the magical view of the alpine panorama

Taste 6 wines with the Wine Tasting Pass
Over fifty La Côte winemakers offer you a tasting experience.

Explore our cycling paradise
The canton of Vaud offers a multitude of landscapes to cycling fans! About twenty marked SwitzerlandMobility routes take bikers and mountain bikers across undulating landscapes: soothing lakes, demanding mountain passes as well as vineyards and the countryside.

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There are unforgettable moments to be had in the mountains and the countryside too. After the hot summer days, the air cools down in the Vaudois Jura and Alps. How pleasant it is to take a stroll in these cooler temperatures! To clear your head, there’s nothing better than a walk through the forest or across wooded pastures, taking the time to observe Mother Nature’s marvels and smell the fragrance of the undergrowth. The Alpine pastures, which are the home of typical cheese dairies and pubs, are conducive to sharing friendly moments around excellent local products and wines. Be sure not to miss the many breathtaking views!

Between cultural and sports activities and must-attend traditional events, get some inspiration from the most beautiful of seasons!

A Night Under The Starry Sky
Authentic experiences with a hiking guide. Live the experience of sleeping under the stars in the middle of nature.

Tour des Alpes vaudoises, cycling tour, 4 days
Tour des Alpes vaudoises, cycling tour, 4 days

Wild truffles: an outreach foraging walk
Heading out to discover this precious mushroom accompanied by keen and interesting guides.

Bike Tour Jura vaudois nature park
Bike or e-bike tour 2 or 3 days

Maison de l'Etivaz
The shop, Le Magasin de L’Etivaz, is situated next to the famous L’Etivaz AOP Cheese Cellars.

Les Vins de Pierre et Michel Anex
Michel Anex vinifies his wines in the production area of Ollon, which is well known for its incomparable Chasselas grapes.

Winetouristic stroll in the region of Morges
This fun walk is available on the Vaud:Guide app. It takes walkers to Morges and part of the La Côte AOC vineyards.

Lavaux Vinorama
Right in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage vineyard terraces, the Vinorama is open to all wine-lovers.

L'Ap(air)o
The Alain Emery Cellar has joined forces with aviation company Air Glaciers to combine a pleasure flight with Grand Cru wine tasting.

Vacherin Mont-d’Or AOP
A winter delicacy to be eaten cold or baked in the oven, Vacherin Mont-d’Or is an emblematic cheese of the Vallée de Joux.

Guided Tour – A Gourmet Walk, Roman-style
A guided tour to discover the Roman site of Aventicum, punctuated by small gourmet breaks inspired by Apicius recipes.

Taste My Swiss City food tour
A journey of culinary discovery. The starter, the main course and the dessert are served in 3 different locations in the heart of the city, all recommended by local experts. Choose your culinary experience and indulge your senses!

The agenda – check out the must-attend events between tradition and gastronomy.

In the villages and towns, there are multiple markets and events that liven up the season. Whether they are traditional, gastronomic, urban or cultural, these cordial moments of sharing will be a memory to be cherished. The colourful désalpes, a living tradition to the sounds of the cattle’s bells, reflect the spirit of this pivotal period that gently takes us to the first days of winter.