Lausanne Discover

LAUSANNE A city to discover with public transport List of contents

01 14 Welcome to Lausanne Zone 3 / Ouchy - Railway station

02 18 General Information Zone 4 / Vidy - Hautes Ecoles

03 22 Discover Lausanne and its region Zone 5 / Sauvabelin - CHUV by public transport 26 06 Other places of interest Zone 1 / Cité - Mon-Repos 28 10 Surrounding communities Zone 2 / Town centre 33 Walks – some suggestions 01

Welcome to Lausanne Olympic Capital!

This is a brochure unlike any other as it is Whether you are staying with us for a moment, simply not possible to compare Lausanne to for a day or longer, you may now explore this any other metropolis! It is Olympic Capital, city city at leisure, district by district, whatever your of study, commercial centre, convention ven- purpose, your requirements and your interests. ue... and leisure destination. But, above all else, Thus free to compile your own itinerary, this city a champion of sustainable development and, will surprise you as it reveals a marvellous ca- as such, blessed with an abundance of public pacity to bring pleasure at every turn. transport, recreational areas and green spaces. Welcome and enjoy Set out to discover this city on a human scale your discoveries! where everything is within walking distance. You will ﬁ nd it especially easy to explore with the automated m2 metro line, which is the steepest in the world, enabling you to get around by rail

and on foot in turn. Claude Petitpierre Director of Lausanne Tourisme 02 General information

Population 136,000 inhabitants Greater Lausanne area: 342,000 inhabitants

Access Direct connection from Geneva International Airport by train or road in 40 minutes Direct trains TGV from Paris, EC direct from Paris and Milan and ICE from Frankfurt and Munich La Blécherette Airport in Lausanne (875 m of runway)

Altitude 372 m at the lakeside 495 m in the town centre 852 m in the north of the town

Ofﬁ cial language French Time zone GMT +1 (summer time zone +1 = March to October) Climate Annual average temperature: 14 °C Average summer temperature: 24 °C

Public holidays New Year - 1 and 2 January Good Friday Easter Monday Ascension Day Pentecost Swiss National Day - 1 August Federal Fasting Monday - third weekend of September Christmas Day - 25 December

Emergency services • 117 Police (crime and theft, emergency only) • 118 Fire service • 140 Emergency road service • 144 Ambulance

Useful telephone numbers • 1811 Directory enquiries • 162 Swiss weather • 163 Trafﬁ c news 03 Discover Lausanne and its region by public transport

The company – which employs nearly 1,100 people, more than half of whom are drivers – is also a strong link in the Vaudois economy with a turnover of 218 million francs. With 33 urban, 6 regional and 2 metro lines in op- eration, Lausanne has one of the most com- pact networks in Switzerland and even in Europe, if you count the number of electric vehicles in circulation (trolleybus, metro). www.t-l.ch

Mobilis, your ticket to ride. You can travel in one or several zones from your point of departure to your destination. The number of zones crossed will determine the price of your travel ticket. Buy a ticket, a day pass or an “abonnement” depending on the number of trips you make. There are fare reductions according to age. www.mobilis-vaud.ch

Are you staying in Lausanne? Use public transport for free! The Lausanne Transport Card allows all guests staying in Lausanne to enjoy unlimited free access to the city’s public transport services (bus, train, metro). This individual card is With more than one hundred years of experience, provided to all visitors on arrival by the today the public transport network (tl) is a leading establishment where they are staying. It is provider of transport for the 342,000 inhabitants of valid for the period corresponding to reserva- the Lausanne region. tion, inclusive of arrival and departure days. The tl serves a densely populated urban agglom- eration comprising eleven communes and a vast We wish you a pleasant stay with the area covering a hinterland with a wealth of differ- Lausanne Transport Card! ent commercial, agricultural and leisure activities. 04 Public transport in the Lausanne region

Mex-Village Mex-Poste Bercher Trésy Fey En Verney Sugnens Sous-Valeyres Grésaley Sansy Richardaz Sur Roche Vufflens Villars - 56 54 Echallens Mex Ste-Croix Cheseaux- Assens Châtelard Gare Villars Etagnières B 17 Martheray Les Ripes Croix-Péage Cheseaux

Rente 32 18 Bel-Air LEB Timonet 56 Crissier-Centre Cocagne Vernand-Camarès 36 Bré Closalet Buyère Mongevon Bussigny Chisaz Romanel-sur-Lausanne Croix-de-Plan Crissier Scierie Bois-Genoud

Le Lussex Marcolet Arc-en-Ciel

Noutes Jouxtens-Mézery Zinguerie Baumettes 34 2 Cery-Gériatrie 1 21 M Jura Cery-Fleur-de-Lys Blécherette Industrie 1er Mai Saugiaz Sur-la-Croix Ent 7 Suchet-Forêt Renens-14 Avril Borjod 4 Bois-Gentil Bugnon Coudraie 2 5436 38 Bourg- Désert Bossons Epenex Follieu 38 9 nord Avenir Dessus Prilly-Eglise Renens-Gare er Mont-Goulin 1 Août Prilly- Parc Parc Vélodro Parc 33 34 Rivier 31 Hôtel-de-Ville Perréaz Chasseur Grattapaille sud Place de Sport Croset Pierrefleur Stade Glycines Broye Prilly-Centre Union- Rapille Beau-Site Sous l'Eglise Prilly Grey Huttins Planta Préfaully Boisy Grand Crochy Censuy Vigne Béthanie Casernes Stand Renens-Village Concorde Florissant Valency Bergières Oisea Veilloud Larges Renens-Piscine Dranse Mont-Blanc Pièces Pontet Chavannes-Plaine Presbytère Dru 705 Villars Berges Chêne Perrelet Flumeaux Montétan Aubépines Beaulieu Cerisaie Bea Cocarde Ecole J Galicien Prélaz- Commerce Mouline Rue du Lac Perrettes les-Roses St-Paul UNIL-Mouline Prilly-Malley Galicien Prélaz St-Roch Recordon Motty Longemalle 32 UNIL-Dorigny Malley-Nord Provence Nord Boston Rue Bassenges Bourdonnette Couchirard En Enjalin 13 E.Métiers EPSIC Chaude EPFL Malley-Ouest Malley Provence UNIL-Sorge Belvédère Vigie Bel-Air 701 25 Vallée de la Jeunesse Pont Omet Coquerellaz Sablons Provence sud Tivoli Port- Bessières Piccard Blévallaire Montelly Cécil Franc Bessières Cottages 18 22 705 Dorigny Lausanne- Renges Villard Bois de Vaux Pont Marc Dufour Montbeno Montoie Languedoc 12 16 6 Georgette Montaney Maladière 1 6 Mont d'Or Parc Champagne Maladière-Figuiers Fontenay Scientifique Figuiers Maladière-Lac Batelière Epinettes La 2 Pâqueret Champs -Courbes 701 Dapples Gr Russel Théâtre de Vidy Riant-Cour 33 Venoge nord Bochet Cèdres Laviau St-Sulpice Bellerive Cour Venoge sud Chantres Beauregard Dé 31 Réseau tl Métros CFF - LEB Jo MBC Pêcheurs 4 Terminus

P+R Parking Relais Embarcadères Taxibus: réservation 0800 805 805 Périmètre de desserte Taxibus

60 Froideville-Laiterie 62 Moudon-Gare Froideville-Croisée Verger Froideville-Village Sorbiers Rustériaz Bressonnaz Bottens Syens, Champ-du-Chêne Chalet-Coucou Syens, Clos du Château Closy Bretigny/Morrens Vucherens Vulliens Moulin Cugy La Râpe Cugy-Poste Cavenette Budron Vulliette Ecole Hôtelière Fougères 8 Etavez Mauvernay

Vert-Bois Chalet-Fontaine Ste-Catherine Riau-Graubon Balances Montpreveyres Corcelles-Jorat Home du Jorat Ropraz,Ussières Ecorcheboeuf d'Or Croix Mézières-Village Mézières-Station Carrouge Grand-Mont Chalet-à-Gobet Coppoz En Marin Praz-Collet 65 65 45 64 Chevreuils Servion- Servion- Zoo Poste Coppoz-Poste 46 Grand Chemin Vers-chez-Blanc Polny Ballègue Grange Rouge Petit-Mont Lion d'Or Epalinges Clos l'Auberge Biolleyre Epalinges-centre Molliettes Côtes En Praz Bin Essertes Pralet Casard Forel Martines 45 46 Croix Blanche Haute Combe Cigale Les Confréries Bois-Murat Epalinges Chalet 22 à Matthey Chemin Rochettaz Clochatte Perronnaz Grenet Piécettes Planches 23 Bourg-Pilettes Maillefer Montolieu Tuileries Grangette Pavement 41 Pré-d’Yverdon Talliaz Mollie-Margot Croisettes re-Bois Grange-la-Ville 3 Abeilles 62 64 435 Clair-Matin Bellevaux Libellules 16 Vennes 41 St-Amour Praz-Séchaud Vivarium Grand-Vennes Boissonnet Crêt-Rouge Fourmi Palaz 23 Lac Sauvabelin Savigny ome Praz-Berthoud Boveresses Ancienne Poste Forêt Publoz Chocolatière 6 41 42 65 St-Etienne Valmont Foyer Rovéréaz Trois Chasseurs Claie-aux-Moines e Olympique Ravessoud Sallaz 42 Montblesson Monts-de-Pully Vieux- Signal Moulin Motte Victor- Ruffy Champ-Rond Craivavers aux Rouvraie Lisière Hermitage Pully-Belmont uey Petit Château Vallonnette Les Chavannes Devin Grande-Borde Druey- aulieu- Collège CHUV Rozavère Jomini Vulliemin Virgile- Mémise Rossel Pont de Chailly Vinet Barre Tunnel Place Valentin du Allières Chailly-Village e Neuve Nord 48 Chenaulaz Riponne- eron M. Béjart Fauconnières Bruyère Daillettes 49 Bel-AirBel-Air Pierre Coudrette Grands-Champs PontPont Viret Rosiaz BessièresBessières BBessièresessières Béthusy Val-Vert 47 66 Rôtillon Chailly-Vuachère 7 Malavaux Grandvaux-Pra Grana 260 Ours Belmont Pra-Forni Margerol Pré Pariset Flon 13 Jordillon Verdeil Rouvène 47 on Benj.Constant Burenoz Sapelle Pavillard Blessoney 66 17 Mon Repos Floreyres Vallon St-François GGeorgetteeorgette Chandolin Landar Echerins Rasude Les Liaudes Mousquines Crêt-des- 3 21 Mirabeau Bonne- Roses Pierres Croix/Lutry Eglantine Avenue du Léman Espérance Boverattes ausanne-Gare 68 69 Alpes Trabandan Perraudettaz Pully-Nord Corsy-Dessus Travers- Savoie Closelet Rochettaz Faverges Bancs Corsy-Dessous Brûlées rancy Chemin Pully- Ruisselet Jurigoz 12 du Cap Clergère Mont-Fleuri 48 49 Caudoz Centre Marionnettes Pully- sportif Brélaz Montillier Conversion- Ponfilet Clergère Rochettaz Gare Croix d'Ouchy Bossières élices Montchoisi 4 25 Colline Pully-Gare Reymondin Elysée Métairie Gravesse C.-F. Ramuz Joliette Pully- Avenue William ordils Musée Centre Lutry 68 69 Olympique Pierraz-Portay Préau Moulins Paudex Denantou Savuit-Place Beau- Osches Orzens 68 69 Ciblerie Rivage Lutry Verney Somais Pully-Port Vignes Ouchy Paudex Taillepied Les Champs Tour Haldimand Bourdonnière Châtaignier 47 Marronnier Voisinand Pully-Port 8 Grand-Pont Rive Verrière 9 Bains Lutry 68 69 Lutry-Port Lutry- Villeneuve Corniche Lausanne-Ouchy Vevey Pully Villeneuve 06

Cité – Mon-Repos 1 Bus no. 16, Pierre-Viret stop 07 Metro m2, Bessières stop Pedestrian areas Cathédrale de Lausanne 1 Perched at the top of the hill in the Cité, this 13th-century Gothic structure dominates the centre of the city. The Cathedral, the biggest in Switzerland, has some notable features: a painted portal, a true masterpiece of Gothic sculpture, a rose window comprising 105 panels recount- ing the history of the medieval world and an impressive organ boasting 7,000 pipes dating back to 2003. (Cf. walk A)

Musée historique 2 Château Saint-Maire 3 Situated next to the Cathedral and built Constructed at the beginning of the 15th century, this in successive stages between the 11th chateau was originally the Bishop’s Palace. Between and the 15th century, the former Bishop’s 1536 and 1798, under Bernese rule, it subsequently Palace houses the Lausanne History became the residence of the bailiffs. Today it is the home Museum today. Until the 15th century, it of the Conseil d’Etat (State Council), which governs the was the residence of bishops before they Canton of Vaud. Like the Cathedral, this monument is chose to move to Château Saint-Maire, at built of molasse, a stone the other end of the Cité. composed of sand aggre- gates. However, the upper section is made of red brick in a style reminis- cent of northern Italy and also to be seen in others of the region’s chateaux.

Major Davel 4 Standing against the façade of Château Saint-Maire is the statue of Major Davel, one of the heroes of local history. At the start of the 18th century, this Vaudois patriot attempted to liberate the region of Vaud, which at that time was held by the Bernese. Betrayed by his own people, he was executed in Vidy, on the shores of Lake Geneva. 08 Bus no. 16, Pierre-Viret stop Metro m2, Bessières stop Pedestrian areas 1

Ancienne Académie 5 Built in the middle of the 16th century, the Ancienne Académie housed Europe’s ﬁ rst college of Protestant and French theology, then the University between 1890 and 1987. Today it is used for educational courses prior to university entrance. To fully appreciate the scale of this vast building, it is advisable to cross the minor André-Bonnard Place (situated in the middle of the Rue Cité-Devant, level with a pretty fountain), then turn left.

Bus no. 13, Mon-Repos stop Escaliers du Marché 6 Parc Mon-Repos 7 The covered ﬂ ight of steps leading from the Place de Filled with magniﬁ cent trees, this peaceful area la Palud to the Cathedral of greenery at the heart of the is surely one of the most town belonged to a succession picturesque spots in the of local dignitaries in the 18th town centre. Built in the and 19th centuries. The lower 13th century to link the section contains the beautiful town’s two markets in Mon-Repos Villa, the former the Middle Ages, these residence of Baron Pierre steps are bordered by de Coubertin, founder of the terraced buildings dating Olympic Movement. Former back to the 16th century. stables and an aviary of exotic birds are also situated nearby. In the middle of the 18th century, amateur performers staged Voltaire’s plays in the presence of the author. (Cf. walk B)

Tribunal fédéral and its grounds 8 Situated in the upper section of Parc Mon-Repos, the imposing neoclassical Federal Tribunal was inaugurated in 1927. In the grounds, hidden among the vegetation, are a few 19th-century structures inspired by the Romantic concept of English gardens: a neo-Gothic tower leading to a small waterfall and a grotto, a neoclassical temple offering a lovely view of Lake Geneva and the mountains, and an old orangerie partly constructed of elegant yellow Jura limestone. 09

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The Cathedral’s bell tower is home to a mysterious character whose cry of “all’s well” can be heard every night between the hours of 10 pm and 2 am. This is the Cathedral’s famous night watchman, who is carrying on an old tradition handed down over more than 600 years. In the Middle Ages, the watchman’s job was to raise the alarm in the event of ﬁ re, the majority of the town’s houses being made of wood.

Walks A B It is pleasant to stroll along the peaceful Parc Mon-Repos has several interesting fea- alleys of the historic Cité quarter. The tures spread around its grounds. Places to same stone is used for buildings and street be explored on foot, in a good half-hour, by paving, giving the area a highly pleasing following a series of paths and trails. To be aesthetic quality. seen in the lower section: mansion house, majestic trees, aviaries, old stables, statues, romantic lawns... In the upper section: tower, grotto, columned structure, old orangerie… 10

Town centre 2 Buses nos. 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 17, 66, Saint-François stop 11 Metro m2, Bessières stop Pedestrian areas

Until the beginning of the 19th century, the Rue de 1 Bourg, which is a pedestrian zone today, was one of Rue de Bourg the main thoroughfares of old Lausanne. In those days the town only extended over three hills, those of Cité, Saint-Laurent and Bourg. Being mainly occupied by patrician families, this street was an elegant and sophisticated meeting place. If you look up, you will see the town’s loveliest group of 17th- and 18th-century houses. Today, this street is popular with keen shoppers. Place and Eglise 2 Place de la Palud 3 At the junction of several pedestrian streets, this square Saint-François is one of the town’s central locations. This is where you will ﬁ nd the 17th-century Town Hall, with its typically Vaudois roof, arcades and Renaissance façade decorated with two copper gargoyles in the form of dragons. In the centre of the square is the town’s oldest fountain, adorned with a statue representing justice. Close by, a clock presents the history of This central town square is surrounded by Vaud in animated scenes impressive buildings which today house every hour from 9 am to banks, post ofﬁ ce and shops. In the middle of 7 pm. On Wednesday and the square is the 13th-century Saint-François Saturday mornings this is the site of the country market, Church with its elegant bell tower, built two which also sets up shop in the neighbouring pedestrian centuries later. The church initially stood next streets. (Cf. walk A) to a Franciscan convent (hence the name).

Buses nos. 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 17, Bel-Air stop Palais de Rumine 4 Metro m2, Riponne-Maurice-Béjart stop 5 The Rumine family, descended from the Rus- Eglise Saint-Laurent sian aristocracy, wanted to ﬁ nd a special Situated at the heart of a vast net- way of thanking the town for its hospital- work of pedestrian and shopping ity. It made a donation enabling this huge streets, this building made of molasse Florentine-style building to was constructed in its present form in be erected on the Place de la the 18th century. However, mention Riponne a century ago. This was ﬁ rst made of the existence of a building currently houses church in this spot ten centuries ago. the Cantonal Museum of Fine Its façade, adorned with a beautiful Arts, along with several nat- clock, is a rare example of Baroque ural science museums. architecture in Lausanne. 12 Buses nos. 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 17, Bel-Air stop Buses nos. 18, 22, 60, Lausanne-Flon stop Lausanne-Flon 2

6 Tour Bel-Air and Salle Métropole Built in 1932 by Alphonse Laverrière, Bel-Air Tower was based on the Ameri- can model (with a metal framework covered in stone). Standing at a height of 55 metres, this was one of Switzerland’s ﬁ rst “skyscrapers”. At the time, many Lausanne residents were opposed to its construction, claiming that its size would compete with that of their beloved Cathedral. The Salle Métropole situated at the foot of the tower has welcomed numerous stars since the 1930s, including dancer Josephine Baker and trumpeter Louis Armstrong. Many shows are still held there throughout the year.

Buses nos. 4, 6, 7, 9, 13, 17, Chauderon stop Buses nos. 22, 18, 60, Lausanne-Flon stop LEB, Lausanne-Chauderon stop Lausanne-Flon stop Tour de l’Ale 7 Flon district 8 Dating back to the 14th century, this tower is the last vestige of Lausanne’s old city walls, mostly destroyed during the 18th century. Standing some 20 metres high, it is in very close proximity to blocks of ﬂ ats today. A century ago, it served the unusual purpose of a pig slaughterhouse.

This quarter at the heart of Lausanne has undergone continuous transformation over the last few years to become one of the town’s showcase districts, particularly for its nightlife. A few decades ago, the place was still full of warehouses storing goods that arrived via a metro system by train or boat. The “carriage track” that still crosses many sections of this quarter is a reminder of that era, even if the rails have long since disappeared. Buses nos. 12, 16, 66, Montbenon stop Esplanade de Montbenon, Casino and Tribunal 9 At the very heart of the city, the Esplanade de Montbenon offers exceptional views over Lake Geneva and the mountains, all in an idyllic natural setting. Two regal buildings are the crowning glory of this esplanade: the Casino de Montbenon, famous as the home of the Swiss Film Archive, and the impressive Renaissance-style Palais de Justice. (Cf. walk B) 13

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Situated at the start of the Rue de l’Ale, the Pinte Besson is the oldest bistro in Lausanne, in business since 1780. Its vaulted interior and wood furnishings make it a most welcoming place. Whilst there, you can try the famous “topettes” of regional wines.

Walks

B Situated on a sort of ridge, the Esplanade de Montbenon is a peaceful spot where it is pleasant to walk amongst extensive lawns and ﬂ owerbeds against a backdrop of lake and mountains. Some nice detours will take A you in just a few minutes to the Flon district, The town centre’s many pedestrian and shop- on the one hand, and the railway station, on ping alleyways between Place Saint-François the other. and Place de la Riponne are conducive to a leisurely stroll. Look upwards to appreciate the full glory of the traditional tall buildings. 14

Ouchy – Railway station 3 Bus no. 2, Ouchy stop 15 Metro m2, Ouchy stop 1 Pedestrian areas Ouchy This former ﬁ shing village has several places of interest, including the vast Place de la Navigation with its summer events, the Château d’Ouchy crowned with a 12th-century tower, the prestigious, part neo-Baroque Beau-Rivage Palace, and pleasant, tree-lined quays offering stunning glimpses of Lake Geneva, Evian, the Savoy Alps and the renowned Lavaux vineyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Buses nos. 8, 25, Musée Olympique stop Metro m2, Délices stop Bus no. 2, Croix-d’Ouchy stop Bus no. 8, Musée Olympique stop 2 Bus no. 25, Elysée stop The Olympic Museum Metro m2, Délices stop Surrounded by pretty ter- 3 raced gardens, this museum is Musée de l’Elysée the world’s leading centre of Situated in a charming 18th-century mansion information on the Olympic house, this photography mu- Movement. State-of-the-art seum presents several exhibi- audiovisual, IT and robotics tions on a variety of themes technology make it a unique, every year. In addition, it pos- lively and interactive place. sesses a collection of 100,000 The visitor will experience original prints, some of which at ﬁ rst hand the emotions of date back to the 19th century. the athletes and the best moments of the Games. The mansion house, still sur- Scheduled to reopen at the end of 2013 after ex- rounded by elegant pleasure gardens, welcomed tensive renovations. (Cf. walk A) some famous guests at the beginning of the 19th century, including the novelist Madame de Staël.

Bus no. 8, Denantou stop Bus no. 25, Musée Olympique stop Bus no. 2, Ouchy stop Metro m2, Ouchy stop 4 Parc du Denantou 5 From Ouchy the quays open “Drifting along” at Ouchy out into a vast public park There are several ways with extensive grassed areas of taking a tour of Lake and age-old trees. The grounds Geneva speciﬁ cally to en- are graced by a 16-metre- joy the panoramic views high Thai pavilion, a present of Lausanne and the sur- from Thailand to the City of rounding area: the luxuri- Lausanne, where the current ous Compagnie Générale king lived and studied. The Vuachère River ﬂ ows de Navigation CGN boats, some steamers among serenely by on the outskirts of the park. Near its them, the solar-powered Les Aquarels du Léman mouth stands Haldimand Tower, erected in 1823 boats (from May to September) or even pedalos, by the owner of the site at the height of the Ro- propelled by driver power. mantic period. (Cf. walk B) 16 Bus no. 1, Dapples stop - Bus no. 25, Beauregard stop Metro m2, Grancy stop 3

Crêt de Montriond 6 Formed by an ancient glacial moraine, this hill offers a unique panoramic vista over Lake Geneva, the mountains and the city. The Cantonal Botanical Museum and gardens, which include 6,000 plants from all over the globe, are situated on the southern hillside. The Place de Milan, a green space with a large grassy area, an ornamental lake and some ingenious children’s amusements, extends out from the base of the hill.

Buses nos. 1, 3, 21, Lausanne-Gare stop Bus no. 1 Epinettes stop Metro m2, Lausanne-Gare stop Metro m2, Grancy stop Gare de Lausanne 8 Boulevard de Grancy 7 Owing to the quite distinct Lined by magniﬁ cent bour- topography of the city, geois houses, this boulevard is Lausanne’s ﬁ rst station the only one in Lausanne, even was constructed outside though it is no wider than any its walls in 1856, amidst other street. It owes its name to the vines (which back then a project dating from the end of spread out from Place the 19th century to create a vast Saint-François to Ouchy)! thoroughfare along the lines The present building, at the heart of the city today, was of the Parisian boulevards. This built almost a century ago, inspired by Leipzig station ambitious initiative was quick- (Germany). ly abandoned but, if you look at how far the oldest remaining houses (situated opposite the m2 metro stop) are set back from the road, you can gain an idea of its original breadth.

Buses nos. 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 12, 17, Georgette stop Beautiful buildings: Synagogue and old hotels 9

The Synagogue was constructed in 1910 thanks to a Jewish patron from Bordeaux (France), who wished to express his gratitude to the Swiss for welcoming the Bourbaki Army in 1870. Not far away, in Avenue des Alpes and Avenue d’Evian, are three lovely buildings, former hotels converted back to residential accommodation, which enjoy stunning lake views and bear witness to the elegant architecture of the late 19th century. 17

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The port of Ouchy, opposite the “Ouchy” m2 metro stop, has a boat unique among its kind. This is La Vaudoise, the last ﬂ at-bottomed barque with Latin sails constructed (in 1932) for the transport of goods such as stone, gravel, sand, wood…

B Set off from the mouth of the Vuachère Walks and enjoy the natural untamed beauty of A this river for a few kilometres by follow- It is possible to set off from The ing a path marked out by fox footprints Olympic Museum (via a passage (“Sur les traces du Renard” leaﬂ et avail- that starts on your right when able at Lausanne Tourisme). looking at the lake) and arrive, in less than ten minutes, at the Musée de l’Elysée, devoted to photography, and its superb gardens. 18

Vidy – Hautes Ecoles 4 19

Bus no. 2, Bellerive stop Piscine de Bellerive 1 Built in the 1930s, this swimming pool on the shores of Lake Geneva, between Ouchy and Vidy, has lawns as far as the eye can see. The design of the facility accurately reﬂ ects the era’s awareness of the issue of hygiene. Keen swimmers can choose from an Olympic pool, div- ing boards, a non-swimmers’ pool, a paddling pool and lakeside beaches. Buses nos. 1, 6, Maladière stop Bus no. 2, Maladière-Lac stop Bus no. 25, Bois-de-Vaux stop Bus no. 2, Bellerive stop Vidy green zone and beaches 3 P’tit train de Vidy 2 This train for small (and big) children chugs along the shores of the lake between lawns and pine forests. It was brought into service in 1964 when the National Exhibition was being held in Lausanne. Major embankment works were carried out on the shores of the lake at the time. In fact, the route now taken by the miniature At the entrance to the city, the vast recreational zone of train used to be part of… the lake. Vidy spans the shores of Lake Geneva, providing sheer enjoyment for lovers of nature and fresh air. Long sandy beaches are lined by wide areas of grass, dotted with beautiful trees. There is also a yachting resort, a string of waterside bars and restaurants, the famous Théâtre de Vidy-Lausanne, numerous sports facilities (beach volley- ball court, minigolf, skate park…) and even a bird reserve graced with a romantic pond. (Cf. walks A and B)

Buses nos. 1, 6, Maladière stop - Bus no. 2, Maladière-Lac stop - Bus no. 25, Bois-de-Vaux stop Musée romain de Lausanne-Vidy and ruins 4 This museum retraces the history of Roman settlement in Lausanne, from the end of the 1st century BC to the 4th century AD. At the time, Lausanne was Lousonna, a city of between 1,500 and 2,000 people on the shores of Lake Geneva. It was in a strategic location in terms of road and maritime transport. Not far from the museum you can explore the quite considerable ruins of the forum, which lay at the heart of this ancient city. 20

Bus no. 2, Maladière-Lac stop 4 Château de Vidy 5 Château de Vidy, the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee today, is a stately home built in the 18th century. At the time, Lausanne had some thirty “campagnes” like this one in Vidy. These were vast country estates belonging to prominent people who would build a mansion house with an adjoining farm, all surrounded by orchards, meadows, ﬁ elds and leisure parks. Several of these “campagnes” are still well preserved today and have become pleasant public amenities (Hermitage, Mon-Repos, Denantou, Valency…).

Bus no. 25, Bois-de-Vaux stop Buses nos. 32, 33, Malley-Ouest stop Metro m1, Malley stop Bus no. 13, Vallée de la Jeunesse stop Buses nos. 32, 33, Malley-Ouest stop Cimetière du Bois-de-Vaux 6 Metro m1, Malley stop 7 This cemetery was designed Vallée de la Jeunesse in the 1920s by one of the Nestling in a small valley, this expanse of region’s famous architects, greenery provides lovely glimpses over Lake Alphonse Laverrière, who is Geneva. It was created to mark the National also responsible for Bel-Air Exhibition held in Lausanne in 1964. It is also Tower and the present-day a favourite spot for rose lovers, with countless railway station. With its Ital- varieties decorating ian gardens, this site, which the gently sloping now numbers 25,000 tombs lawns in a stunning and crypts, was also planned pageant of colours. as a place for walks. Coco Chanel, internationally famous fashion and perfume designer, is laid to rest here, as is Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the moderniser of the Olympic Games.

Bus no. 31, Blévallaire, UNIL-Sorge, UNIL-Mouline stop Bus no. 701, Pâqueret or Dorigny stop 8 Bus no. 705, EPFL or Piccard stop Hautes Ecoles Metro m1, UNIL-Dorigny, UNIL-Mouline, UNIL-Sorge or EPFL stop The Hautes Ecoles (higher education institutions) bask in an idyllic setting beside Lake Geneva. The Dorigny university campus houses UNIL and EPFL (one of two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technol- ogy) side by side. It’s numbers 31,000 students and staff, almost 10% of Lausanne’s total population. Château de Dorigny and its outbuildings remain at the heart of the campus, together with a lovely country park, which features a majestic avenue of plane trees leading to the lake. 21

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Situated just below the railway lines, there is a unique feature at the top of Languedoc hill: a vineyard in the middle of town! The small adjacent public park provides poetic, panoramic views over Lake Geneva and the mountains. This vineyard is there as a reminder that the City of Lausanne in the 19th century was one of the region’s most important wine-growing communes, with the lower section covered in vineyards from the Place Saint-François to the edge of the lake.

B Good walkers can leave the green zone of Vidy and reach the town of Morges along the shores of the lake. Around 10 kilometres in length, this route on the ﬂ at will take Walks you past the village of Saint-Sulpice, the natural beauty of the mouth of the Venoge and the sandy beaches of Préverenges to the town of Morges. You can return to Lausanne by boat or train.

A It is possible to take the “Sports Trail” through the green zone of Vidy. This route is a 4-kilometre loop on the ﬂ at and is marked out on the ground in the colours of the Olympic rings. Along this trail, 22 markers explain the history of the Olympic Games and of sport in Lausanne . There are several departure points, the minigolf or the IOC headquarters among them. 22

Sauvabelin – CHUV 5 23 Bus no. 16, Lac de Sauvabelin stop Sauvabelin forest 1

Lausanne is fortunate enough to have a real green lung of over 50 hectares at the heart of the city. This vast leafy forest, including a small lake and a wooden tower, is mostly made up of beech and oak trees. Some of the trees are more than 100 years old and are home to several species of birds such as the owl, as well as a large colony of bats. (Cf. walks A and B) Lac de Sauvabelin2 Tour de Sauvabelin 3 Created in 1888, this little artiﬁ cial lake Erected in 2003, this wooden tower soars above the nestles amidst lovely greenery in the mid- surrounding treetops to provide breathtaking 360° dle of the forest. The people of Lausanne panoramic views over the city, Lake Geneva, the have gone skating there in the winter for mountain ranges of the Alps and the Jura, and the neigh- many decades. These days, during the high bouring countryside. Standing season, you can take a pleasant boat ride 35 metres high, it is constructed then have something to eat and drink by from wood sourced from the the water’s edge; not to mention the ani- city’s forests alone. Its spiral mal park with endangered native species: staircase is designed along the booted goat, woolly pig, Rhaetian cattle… same lines as those in Château de Chambord (France), conceived by Leonardo da Vinci. 24 5

Bus no. 16, Vivarium stop Vivarium 4 There is a rather unusual museum on the edge of Sauvabelin forest, entirely given over to reptiles. Snakes, lizards, bird spiders, crocodiles, tortoises… can be viewed in conditions akin to their natural habitat. The central theme is the astonishing diversity of these creatures.

Metro m2, CHUV stop Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV) 6

Bus no. 16, Hermitage stop Campagne and Musée de l’Hermitage 5 This property was occupied by the Bugnion bank- ing family from the middle of the 19th century The Vaudois University Hospital Centre comprises until 1976. This charming “campagne” is the best several buildings, of which the main one, over- preserved one in the city, and you will ﬁ nd a man- looking a good part of the town, was built in 1982. sion house, a farm, an English garden and an or- At the leading edge of research in many ﬁ elds, chard. The former mansion house now accommo- this cantonal hospital employs more than 9,000 dates an art museum of international renown run professionals and regularly hosts major medical by the Hermitage Foundation; with views span- conventions. ning the old town, the lake and the mountains, the setting is absolutely idyllic. 25

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Close to Château Saint-Maire, in the Place de la Barre, there is a fountain whose water has the unusual distinction of being cold all year round. This water partly originates from a source in the Prealps, over 50 kilometres away from Lausanne! As the town developed a little over a century ago, pre- alpine sources such as these were tapped and brought to Lausanne to ensure supplies of drinking water.

Walks A It is possible to go around the lake in about ten minutes. It is a poetic spot with its ancient oak trees along the banks, its enclosures housing indigenous species and its boats which, in high season, allow you to row with the current.

B It is a good half-hour’s very pleasant walk downhill to the town centre or the Cité district from Lac de Sauvabelin, passing through the bucolic Campagne de l’Hermitage. To do this, simply follow the yellow signs from the Via Jacobi (itinerary no. 4 in “La Suisse à pied”). 26 Other places of interest Buses nos. 1, 21, Blécherette stop Aéroport de la Blécherette 1 4 5 With a runway several hundred metres in length, this airport situated on the heights of Lausanne is ideal for business trips. 1

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Buses nos. 2, 3, 21, Beaulieu-Jomini stop, or nos. 2, 21, Beaulieu stop Centre de congrès et d’expositions de Beaulieu 2 With an area of over 50,000 square metres, this complex close to the city centre offers numerous modu- lar conference rooms, a theatre and gardens. A variety of exhibitions are also held there throughout the year, among them the traditional national Comptoir Suisse fair in September. 27 Buses nos. 2, 21, Beaulieu stop, or no. 3, Beaulieu-Jomini stop Collection de l’Art Brut 3 This internationally acclaimed museum exhibits artists who are never recognised as such. Created some forty years ago at the instigation of Jean Dubuffet, who do- nated his personal collection to the City of Lausanne, this museum has made its home in part of the Château de Beaulieu, a beautiful 18th-century mansion.

Metro m2, Croisettes stop, then buses nos. 45, 62, 64, Chalet-à-Gobet stop Chalet-à-Gobet recreation zone in Jorat forest 4 Having a section of the vast Jorat forest situated within its boundaries means that Lausanne is fortunate enough to have an important area of green belt on its doorstep. Chalet-à-Gobet, accessible by bus, is the departure point for several walks and cycle routes. Leaﬂ ets can be obtained on the spot at Mauvernay sports centre.

Metro m2, Croisettes stop, then bus no. 45, Ecole hôtelière stop Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne 5 Open for more than a century and, as such, the oldest of its kind in the world, the Lausanne Hotel School provides advanced training for jobs in the hospitality industry. Catering for nearly 2,000 students of more than 80 different nationalities, the school is situated in the heights of the city, adjoining the sweep- ing expanse of the Jorat forest. 28 Surrounding communities Departing from Lausanne...

www.lutry.ch www.pully.ch www.st-sulpice.ch www.bussigny.ch www.chavannes.ch www.crissier.ch www.ecublens.ch www.romanel-sur-lausanne.ch

Leave the city for the countryside, the vineyards or the shores of the lake and make Lausanne the point of departure for some very colourful excursions! This region, one of the most attractive in the country, is packed with unexpected surprises, whilst offering exceptional views and opportunities to arouse curiosity and stimulate the imagination. The diversity contained by this region within such a limited area is truly a revelation. We suggest that you now go off and discover the communes surrounding our city that are part of the fund for promoting tourism in the Lausanne region (Fonds pour l’équipement touristique de la région lausannoise – FERL)! 29

Bus no. 9, Voisinand stop, Buses nos. 68, 69, Lutry-Port stop Lutry Train, Lutry stop Situated to the east of Lausanne, this medieval market town on the shores of Lake Geneva is a maze of charming little streets and inner courtyards in the shadow of pretty buildings: chateau, churches, towers… The village centre is also home to art galleries, shops and specialist stores. It is a short walk to the quays, where it is nice to take a stroll past the welcoming terraces. Outside the village, vineyards cover a large part of the commune; these terraces, which feature pretty hamlets such as Le Châtelard and Savuit, are the start of the Lavaux vineyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Walk Departing from the railway station, a 4-kilometre looped trail in the communal vineyards passes the unusual Bertholod Tower and the charming hamlets of Le Châtelard and Savuit. Much of this trail, which provides panoramic views over the lake, is marked by sky-blue arrows (in connection with the wine trail “Discovering the Lavaux terraces”). 30

Buses nos. 9, 47, 48, Pully-Clergère stop - Buses nos. 4, 25, 47, Pully-Gare stop - Buses nos. 8, 47, Pully-Port stop Pully Train, Pully stop Situated to the east of Lausanne, the tiers of this town extend attractively from the banks of Lake Geneva to the forests marking the start of the Plateau. The heart of this old market town is a network of delightful little cobbled streets. It is the site of Le Prieuré Church and its wide esplanade overlooking the vineyards of Le Clos du Pévret; also Pully Museum which adjoins the family home of the famous author C. F. Ramuz; ﬁ nally the Roman Villa, open to visitors, and displaying all the classic features of the Empire’s great villas. Beside the lake, the port and hamlet are nice spots for a visit, particularly the vast expanse of greenery and miniature train rides to delight the children. Walk From Rochettaz sports centre it is possible to follow the water (upstream) for a few kilometres in the Paudèze Valley then, level with the shooting range, in the Chandelard Valley as far as Monts-de-Pully. A walk to the gateway to the town in a setting of untamed natural beauty.

Metro m1, UNIL-Sorge stop, then bus no. 31 Saint-Sulpice stop Saint-Sulpice Situated to the west of Lausanne, this residential district elegantly spans the shores of Lake Geneva. One after the other, several areas of greenery provide stunning glimpses not only of this vast body of water framed by mountains, but also of the Lausanne metropolitan area and the famous Lavaux vineyard. Close to the shores, a Romanesque church set in extensive grounds reveals its charms. Built by monks almost 1,000 years ago, it is part of Clunisian tradition and has a chancel decorated with frescoes. At the far end of the commune, near to some sports grounds, the sandy beaches of Le Laviau will delight keen swimmers.

Walk From the Romanesque church (below the “Saint-Sulpice” stop on bus route no. 31), it is possible to walk along the shores of the lake for several kilometres towards Morges on scenic paths leading to the mouth of the Venoge past the wild beaches of Le Laviau. 31

Bus no. 17, Buyère or Cocagne stop Bussigny-près-Lausanne Train, Bussigny stop Situated to the west of Lausanne, not far from an important zone of commercial and craft enterprises, this commune marks the border between town and country. Made up of tastefully restored former rural residences, the heart of the village has retained a peaceful aspect. A church with an esplanade lined with chestnut, maple and plane trees sits perched on a mound. There are pleasant views over the surrounding area, particularly looking downwards towards the line of trees through which the famous Venoge river lazily meanders. This commune owns nearly 100 hectares of forest, proof of its proximity to the countryside.

Walk The serene Venoge river ﬂ ows below the railway station. It is possible to walk in a loop for a good half-hour by following the river, then a canal. For a longer walk, simply follow this watercourse in a downhill direction.

Metro m1, UNIL-Mouline stop Chavannes-près-Renens Bus no. 31, Chavannes-Plaine stop Situated to the west of Lausanne, this commune is skirted by two rivers, the Mèbre and the Sorge, which enclose the sports grounds where football and rugby matches are played at weekends. Most of the properties here are of manageable proportions, with some of bigger dimensions, and this commune was until 1974 the site of the Villars-Perrier chocolate factories, which produced the famous “têtes au choco”. Since then these premises have been occupied by numerous craft workers and artists, making it one of the biggest concentrations of activities of this kind assembled on one site between Paris and Rome!

Walk From the m1 “UNIL-Mouline” metro stop, it is possible to reach the numerous sports grounds with the Sorge river ﬂ owing close by. This gentle half-hour stroll by the water’s edge takes you along a picturesque route to the m1 “Cerisaie” metro stop. 32

Crissier Buses nos. 18, 54, 56, Crissier-Centre stop Situated to the west of Lausanne, not far from an important zone of commercial and craft enterprises, this village of manageable dimensions is a little haven of peace arranged around the Place Fredy- Girardet, inaugurated in 1998, a short while after the retirement of the famous restaura- teur. In this square, the prestigious gourmet restaurant has been taken over with gusto by Benoît Violier, who succeeded Philippe Rochat in 2012. Mainly comprising renovated farms and small premises, the heights above the village have an extensive area of greenery, the Montassé festival ground, particularly appreciated by picnickers. Walk From the “Bré” stop on bus route no. 18 (near the village centre), an attractive 4-kilometre looped trail along the “Waterfall walk”, marked by brown signs, leads to the discovery of a wild valley created by the Mèbre river.

Metro m1, Cerisaie stop Ecublens Bus no. 33, Pontet stop Situated to the west of Lausanne, this little town extends around a vast plain enclosed by several long ridges, the moraines of the former Rhone glacier. The old main village of Le Motty has impressive renovated farms and, being built on one of these moraines, commands panoramic views of the surroundings. At the foot of this ridge, the charming rural hamlet of Renges is a reminder of the importance, both past and present, of market gardening in the region. Not far from here ﬂ ows the serene Venoge, a river symbolic of the Vaudois and gloriﬁ ed by the poet-singer Jean Villard-Gilles.

Walk Below the rural hamlet of Renges (served by bus route no. 33), follow the romantic mean- derings of the Venoge river amidst beautiful woods. You can actually reach the mouth of the river in one hour. 33

Romanel-sur-Lausanne LEB, Romanel stop Situated to the northwest of Lausanne, this commune marks the border between town and country. The heart of the village is comprised of former rural residences around which are spread several peaceful districts, more recently built. On the outskirts of the communal land there are still some farms, market gardens and forestry activities. Public transport – the LEB train line, also known as the “Brouette” – means that Romanel-sur-Lausanne can be reached from Lausanne-Flon in just over 10 minutes.

Walk From Romanel-sur-Lausanne LEB station, follow the yellow signs of “Tourisme Pédestre” to reach Vernand-Dessous forest in half an hour, where you will discover the “Pierre à Cambot”, a 50m³ rock! Around 20,000 years ago, this boulder was carried here by the Rhone glacier, which covered the entire region at the time. Boulders were the ﬁ rst natural elements to be protected in Switzerland (1868 for the “Pierre à Cambot”); these hard rocks were used for construction, to the great displeasure of contemporary geolo- gists who considered them to be of environmental interest.

Walks – some suggestions ALGT guides at your service The ALGT (Association lausannoise des guides touristiques) offers tours of the city of Lausanne as well as excursions in the Lake Geneva region, Lavaux, Montreux, Gruyères and Geneva. Discover our heritage and our landscapes in the company of our accomplished and multilingual guides. +41 (0)21 613 73 74, www.algt.ch

A visit with senior guides In collaboration with the City of Lausanne and Lausanne Tourisme, the Mouvement des Aînés (MDA) provides several experienced and erudite guides to share their love of their city with visitors (themed tours for individuals and groups). +41 (0)21 320 12 61, www.lausanne.ch – www.mda-vaud.ch

Walks by Pierre Corajoud In collaboration with Lausanne Tourisme, the ethnologist and geographer, writer and guide Pierre Corajoud leads around twenty guided walks, including “Au ﬁ l du métro m2” (Along the m2 metro), in different districts of the city and with a variety of themes, in the Lavaux vineyard and vegetable gardens alike. For individuals and speciﬁ c groups. http://balade.wordpress.com Related link: www.lausanne-tourisme.ch/visites 34 Lavaux, a UNESCO

Here are some offers to encourage exploration of this vineyard: Two walks (downhill) across the vineyard Both of these 2-hour walks set off from Grandvaux station (10 minutes by train from Lausanne). The fi rst one passes through the authentic villages of Riex and Epesses, fi nishing in Cully (train or CGN boat to Lausanne). The second takes in the charming hamlets of Montagny and Savuit, fi nishing in Lutry (train, bus or CGN boat to Lausanne). www.lausanne-tourisme.ch/visites The grand crossing on foot “Discovering the Lavaux terraces” This pedestrian trail through Lavaux is marked out and comprises a main route of 32 kilometres linking the Olympic Museum in Lausanne with the Château de Chillon situated just after Montreux. Possibility of doing a section of the route and returning by train or by CGN boat. More information at www.lavaux-unesco.ch. 35 World Heritage Site A vineyard with 10,000 terraces Between lake and sky, the terraces of the Lavaux vineyard extend over some 14 kilometres, forging a true link between Lausanne and Vevey-Montreux. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, this landscape is easily accessed by train or by CGN boat from Lausanne. Down the centuries, the site has preserved a remarkable unity in terms of its architecture, walls, textures and colours. Numerous winemakers show this terroir to advantage by producing mainly white wine from the Chasselas grape as well as a good number of other specialities.

Tour of the vineyard by miniature train during the high season Two offers depending on where you do this tour by train:

Around Cully and Lutry on the Around Chexbres on the Lavaux Panoramic. Lavaux Express. More information More information on timetables and fares at on timetables and fares at www.lavaux-panoramic.ch. www.lavauxexpress.ch.

Find all the information you need on this vineyard by going to www.lavaux.com. You will ﬁ nd the addresses of wine cellars and winemakers who are open for tastings of regional wines. Lausanne to be discovered on iPhone

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autrement sur la page 1/2 affiche vintageCHF et 20.-1/2 médias each sociaux (plus cost of postage if sent by post) In 2012, Lausanne Tourisme celebrated 125 years of business. Don’t delay: order one of the nine 65 x 100 cm To mark this occasion, for the first time you have the opportunity posters at: to acquire old publicity posters for the town dated between www.lausanne-tourisme.ch/affiches 1926 and 1950. Publishing details Lausanne – A city to discover with public transport Edition 2013-2014 Publisher: Lausanne Tourisme and Convention Bureau Av. de Rhodanie 2 – P.O. Box 49 CH-1000 Lausanne 6 Tel. + 41 (0)21 613 73 73 – Fax + 41 (0)21 616 86 47 www.lausanne-tourisme.ch [email protected] Editor: Pierre Corajoud Design: Newcom Partners SA, Lausanne Production managers: Nicole Seira, Nathalie Roux Printed by: IRL plus SA, Renens Photographic credits: © Régis Colombo – www.diapo.ch; Catherine Gailloud; Lausanne Tourisme; Hugues Siegenthaler; Jacques Straesslé; Mano; Laurent Ryser; CIO; Muris Camo; Christof Schuerpf; Urs Achermann; City Découvertes; Bernard H. Bissat; Florian Barraud; Elmedina Shureci; Christian Monin; Lavaux Express; La Vaudoise; Eugenio Santoro; Joe Rimensberger; F. Beaud-Cedotec; EHL-Y. Ryncki; Musée historique; CHUV. Printed in Switzerland. Logo FSC IRL Lausanne Tourisme is also: - One website: www.lausanne-tourisme.ch - Present on social networks: Facebook.com/MyLausanne, twitter.com/MyLausanne, youtube.com/LausanneTourisme At the door steps of Lausanne... Discover the beauty of our small villages! www.bussigny.ch www.st-sulpice.ch www.romanel-sur-lausanne.ch www.ecublens.ch www.pully.ch www.crissier.ch www.lutry.ch www.chavannes.ch