Open Cellars

Désalpe in L’Etivaz

Sep 28, 20192019-09-282019-09-28

L'Etivaz

At the end of September, Désalpe is a traditional festival celebrated in the Swiss alpine pastures. Known for its cheese, the Pays d’Enhaut village of Etivaz honours this tradition every year with an entertaining day showcasing local products.

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Les Sonnailles

Oct 18, 2019 - Oct 20, 20192019-10-182019-10-20

Romainmôtier

Lively and authentic, "Les Sonnailles" of Romainmôtier is the rendezvous of breeders and Swiss cowbell enthusiasts. Exhibitors, buyers and bell collectors meet in a typical ambiance, rich in savours and colours.

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The Festival of the Regions without Borders

Aug 24, 2019 - Aug 25, 20192019-08-242019-08-25

L'Auberson

The weekend Festival of the Regions without Borders brings together French and Swiss exhibitors and stall holders from both sides of the border at the customs post of the Grand’Borne. Artisanal products and culinary and wine specialities from both countries find an appropriate setting here in the heart of the Jura.

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Discover the "BOURRU" in the vineyard La Côte

Nov 3, 2019 - Nov 4, 20192019-11-032019-11-04

Luins

The winemakers of Begnins, Luins, Vinzel and Bursin welcome you during the open cellar throughout the weekend. La Côte vineyard offers a great landscape on the Jura and above the Geneva Lake.

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Gourmet stroll in Arnex-sur-Orbe

Sep 15, 20192019-09-152019-09-15

Arnex-sur-Orbe

Organised by the winemakers of Arnex-sur-Orbe in mid-September, this gourmet stroll covers a tour stretching 4 km through the heart of the vineyards of the Côtes de l’Orbe. An ideal opportunity to savour a menu of the region during the stroll, accompanied of course by the finest local wines.

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August 1 picnic

Aug 1, 20192019-08-012019-08-01

Lausanne

In one of Lausanne's most beautiful parks, the Esplanade de Montbenon, a local market with the best artisans from the area and fine products will let you assemble your picnic and savour it, with grass beneath your feet and looking out across Lake Geneva.

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Bô Noël, Christmas market in Lausanne

Nov 21, 2018 - Dec 31, 20182018-11-212018-12-31

Bô Noël is a unique and original concept enlivening Lausanne during the four Advent weeks. Activities for children and adults, as well as stalls of designers, winegrowers and terroir producers are spread around the city to give each venue in the city centre a festive air.

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St Martin’s Fair

Nov 21, 20192019-11-212019-11-21

Payerne

During the St Martin’s Fair in Payerne people explore the city while tasting, search for antiquities and immerse in a celebration with authentic and regional accents.

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Truffle Market

Oct 26, 20192019-10-262019-10-26

Bonvillars

On the last Saturday in October, the village of Bonvillars near Lake Neuchâtel holds the number one truffle market in Switzerland. A must for all foodies, this unique event dedicated to the Jura truffle is a chance to discover, buy and savour this exceptional fungus!

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20th SlowUp Morat Lake

Apr 28, 20192019-04-282019-04-28

Avenches

During the annual SlowUp event, 32 km of roads around Lake Morat and through Avenches are closed to vehicles for cyclists, rollerbladers and walkers to enjoy! SlowUp Sunday on Lake Morat is the perfect opportunity to explore the magnificent Three Lakes Region at your own pace.

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Vacherin Mont-d’Or Festival

Sep 21, 20192019-09-212019-09-21

Les Charbonnières

In Les Charbonnières in the Vallée de Joux, the Fête du Vacherin Mont-d’Or celebrates the region’s most famous local product. Every September, on the Saturday after lundi du Jeûne people come to the festival to watch the cows coming down from the Alps, savour the first cheese of the season and enjoy typical Swiss entertainment.

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Lavaux-Payerne Must Trail

Oct 6, 20182018-10-062018-10-06

Payerne

During the grape harvest, four horse-drawn carts revive a wine-growing tradition of Payerne: they take back the must to the cellar of Queen Bertha. The convoy spends two days passing through a part of the canton of Vaud on a route formerly used by the carters. On Général Guisan Square: autumn market with terroir flavours and entertainment.

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Miam Festival

Jun 8, 2019 - Jun 10, 20192019-06-082019-06-10

Lausanne

Come and enjoy the best there is in terms of taste. Restaurateurs, caterers, foodtrucks, craftsmen, producers, grocers, winegrowers and local brewers gather to offer you a proper festival of gourmet food.

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Spring market

May 18, 20192019-05-182019-05-18

Payerne

Come and discover our spring market on the General Guisan Square.

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Lausanne markets

Jan 6, 2019 - Dec 31, 20192019-01-062019-12-31

Lausanne

Every Wednesday and Saturday, the centre of Lausanne is full of stands displaying fruit and vegetables, cheese, flowers, typical dishes and traditional cuisine, and a Mediterranean atmosphere fills the pedestrian streets. Don’t miss it!

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Lutry Grape Harvest Festival

Sep 28, 2018 - Sep 30, 20182018-09-282018-09-30

Lutry

Gateway to the UNESCO listed Lavaux vineyards, the town of Lutry has strong wine-producing roots and demonstrates this every year at its Fête des Vendanges. Wine enthusiasts can enjoy sampling Chasselas, Pinot Noir, Gamay and other grape varieties, while soaking up the atmosphere on the shores of Lake Geneva.

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slowUp Vallée de Joux

Jul 7, 20192019-07-072019-07-07

Le Pont

On the first Sunday of July, 23 km of roads around Lake Joux are closed to motorised traffic.

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Aigl'in Music Festival

Jun 7, 2019 - Jun 9, 20192019-06-072019-06-09

Aigle

This cameo music festival now plays in the court of the greats ! With young artists as headliners, Aigle both sings and dances. Recently established, the festival wants you not only to listen to the music but also to share some special downtime with friends.

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Brisolée and tour in the vineyards of Bex

Oct 21, 20182018-10-212018-10-21

Bex

The brisolée of Bex is the celebration of autumn and its landscapes with yellow foliage under an intense blue sky while enjoying seasonal delights.

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A gourmet walking tour around Grandson

Aug 31, 20192019-08-312019-08-31

Grandson

Every year, on the last Saturday in August, the wine growers of the Appellation Bonvillars organize a gourmet walking tour, combining wine-tasting sessions with meals produced from regional products.

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The Côtes de l’Orbe Half-Marathon

Sep 7, 20192019-09-072019-09-07

Arnex-sur-Orbe

First of its kind in Switzerland and inspired by the Medoc Marathon, this event wants to be both sporting and festive. Along the way a dozen or so stands manned by the winegrowers and restaurant owners from the region offer their wines and specialities to the participants.

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Route Gourmande

Sep 8, 20182018-09-082018-09-08

Chailly

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Wine festival- Nyon

Oct 4, 2019 - Oct 5, 20192019-10-042019-10-05

Nyon

The wine festival is a free event which proposes various animations in different locations in Nyon, particulary in front of the castle.

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