Top Things to do in Canton of Vaud
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Top 8 Historic Walking Areas in Canton of Vaud, Canton of Vaud
Located in the southwestern part of Switzerland, in its French-speaking part between Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, the Canton of Vaud is a vacation destination where life is good. Easily accessible thanks to the proximity of Geneva international airport and an exceptionally dense public transport network, the region offers all the necessary infrastructures, from five-star palaces to charming guest rooms. The diversity of its landscapes, from the peaks of the Alps, to the lakeside towns of Lausanne and Montreux, to the wide open spaces of the Jura and the authentic charm of the countryside, concentrates all the facets of Switzerland in one territory. The beautiful towns and villages, such as Lausanne, Montreux, Nyon, Morges and Yverdon-les-Bains, are steeped in centuries of history and rich in captivating culture. This region has influenced and inspired artists over the years, from Lord Byron and Audrey Hepburn to Charlie Chaplin and Freddie Mercury. But the region is best known for its art of living. Local or internationally renowned events, outdoor sports activities, regional know-how, typical and high level gastronomy, excellent wines, living traditions, cultural offer... are all elements that seduce visitors.
Restaurants in Canton of Vaud
1. Esplanade de Montbenon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By barbarae552 - Lausanne, Switzerland
A large park around the Tribunal Fédéral with plenty of grass for picnics or sunbathing, children's play area, fountains, sculpture, restaurants, and great views of the lake. It's after the big hotel Lausanne Palace when walking from St-François, and above a large car park. The Supreme Court building was designed by Benjamin Recordon and incorportes many kinds of stone quarried in Switzerland. In front is a statue of William Tell, and a couple of smaller ones by local artist Nikola Zaric whose sculptures combining humans and animals can be seen around town. Also in the area, at the southern end of Pont Chauderon (bridge) and close to the Cécil bus stop is a small sculpture park for children, with 18 "stations", bronze sculptures with texts recounting a legend (in French): Latin alphabet on one page and braille opposite (parc des légendes).
2. Roman Amphitheatre
3. Place de la Palud
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By muzique1960 - Woodridge, United States
This charming plaza with the fountain and the town hall, is here in central Lausanne! The chimes and story that can be heard (through some kind of speaker!) is quite wonderful, as you watch the figures move on the clock in the plaza. (We heard the chimes from the cathedral, and followed the sound, down the Escalier du Marche, until we found the Place de la Palud!). A small and historical plaza!
4. Bains Romains
5. Vieille ville
6. Escaliers du Marche
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By Travelcookiecat - Germany, null
It’s the fastest and the most pleasant way to come down from the majestic looking city cathedral Notre Dame to the Place de la Palud – one of the most interesting and magnificent historical squares of Lausanne.
