Lausanne is a city in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva.
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Lausanne is located some 60 km northeast of
Geneva. It is the capital of the canton of
Vaud and lies in the middle of a wine-growing region.
Lausanne is built on the southern slope of the Swiss plateau, with a difference in elevation of about 500 meters between the lakeshore at
Ouchy and its northern edge bordering
Le Mont sur Lausanne.
Sporting activities are very popular in
Lausanne, with water sports available on the nearby lake and mountaineering in the nearby mountains. Cycling is also a popular pastime, with the vineyards in the surrounding hills providing spectacular views and challenging routes. There is an annual marathon, road cycling race
GP Lausanne, and a triathlon competition.
The mediaeval town centre is full of small alleys and boutiques, cafes and restaurants. You can while away the hours in the vineyards or take advantage of other attractive excursions on offer. The cultural menu is extensive and many festivals are planned throughout the year. It is home to the
Olympic Museum, the most visited site in
Switzerland and over 16 of
Lausanne restaurants are listed in top-ranking restaurant guides.
