Aigle - Leysin
Col des Mosses
A dynamic offer in a fairy-tale landscape
Surrounded by the vineyards and the Alps, the castle of Aigle invites visitors to a customised and unforgettable stay between the plain and mountains.
On the road from Lake Geneva to the Alps, a stop at Aigle is simply a must. Its old town full of wine cellars and inns and its medieval castle surrounded by vineyards is the symbol of the local art of living. Aigle cherishes its heritage and lives with its time, for example with its World Cycling Centre.
As a gateway to the Alps, Aigle leads to the resorts of Leysin and Les Mosses. There are no more medieval lords here, but one lady only: nature. It invites sports fans to spend their energy, whatever the discipline and season. On offer: hiking, biking, biathlon, cross-country skiing, snowtubing and, above all, skiing on the sunny slopes below the Kuklos, the revolving panoramic restaurant.
Craftspeople at the heart of culture
The history of the region of Aigle-Leysin-Les Mosses is closely linked to wine, terroir products and life in the mountains.
To become familiar with the origins of this region, it is sometimes enough to observe wine growers or farmers during their work. Sites steeped in history facilitate this exploration of the regional heritage.
In the old town of Aigle and near its medieval castle - whose museum is dedicated to vines and wines - a special energy allows us to take a leap in time. There is a different but just as authentic an atmosphere in Leysin where you can discover the daily life and products from the mountain pastures.
Wine from the mountains
The region of Aigle is proud of its excellent wines, which can be enjoyed from the plain to the summits in a revolving panoramic restaurant.
Aigle, Yvorne, Ollon: these towns and villages have become guarantors of quality for all wine fans. Various varietals bearing the Chablais AOC denomination delight visitors’ palates, especially “King Chasselas”, a delicious dry white wine. It can be enjoyed in traditional or more contemporary inns offering a view of the mountains, such as Kuklos, the revolving panoramic restaurant in Leysin. There’s no need to drink it to appreciate the grape: a fun walk on the winegrowers’ path attracts the whole family.
The mountains as a playground
Shaped by mountains, forests and mountain lakes, the natural setting is ideal for contemplation and sports activities.
Walk along a mountain lake, get to the summits or take a stroll in a garden featuring Alpine plants: hikers are spoilt for choice in the magical landscapes of Leysin-Les Mosses-La Lécherette. The more adventurous-minded climb a via ferrata or have fun in a treetop adventure park.
Cycling fans and professionals appreciate the town of Aigle above all for its World Cycling Centre. Many marked trails or mountain routes can be explored throughout the region.
Festivals to suit all tastes
Leysin is reputed for its celebrations and music festivals, but sports events are also on the increase.
A whole generation of festivalgoers has wonderful memories of the rock anthology concerts in Leysin. Several years later, rock was replaced by electro music, but the festive spirit prevails. During the Worldwide Festival, the rhythm and the shouts of joy fill the bars on the slopes and in the resort. Amateur and professional sports competitions always attract crowds. In winter people are delighted to watch cross-country skiing or dog sledding competitions. In summer, works of art take to the mountains to be exhibited.
Snow and sun
The ski slopes of Leysin are renowned for their plentiful sunshine. They are linked to the ski area of Les Mosses and La Lécherette, a paradise for families and cross-country fans.
The infrastructure and magnificent natural setting of the ski area of Leysin-Les Mosses-La Lécherette caters to all tastes. The south-facing ski slopes of Leysin combine snow and sun. Much to the delight of the young athletes who will be the guests of the resort during the Youth Olympic Games in 2020! Connected to Leysin, the region of Les Mosses-La Lécherette offers slopes and cross-country tracks that are useable throughout the winter and are therefore particularly attractive to families.
Amazing seminar venues !
Seminars and conferences are held in inspiring sites such as the World Cycling Centre, the castle of Aigle or the revolving restaurant Kuklos - unique in French-speaking Switzerland - at the summit of the Berneuse (2,048 m).
Flash visits to miss none of it
For modern walkers who are into original, interactive and fun visits, the winetouristic stroll with a smartphone in the vineyards of the Chablais AOC is ideal.
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