Excursions

Geneva, home to the European head office of the United Nations and beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, has many charms to seduce you: 2000 years of history, more than 40 museums, widespread activities and a renowned gastronomy. Discover Geneva and the villages of the canton by the means of the little tourist train, by foot, bicycle or public transports.

Lausanne, the shopping paradise, the city of renowned restaurants and little bistros, of the opera and theatres, of 20 museums whereof the famous and unique Olympic Museum, of discos and bars and a rich calendar of cultural, sports and fun events: all these show to it that you will not feel bored a single moment!

On the Vaud Riviera, this magnificent region benefitting of a very pleasant micro climate, there’s always something going on, for example the Montreux Jazz Festival in July or the Christmas Market and the Festival du Rire in December. The stunning landscapes, like the terraced vineyards of Lavaux which are classified UNESCO World Heritage make it an unforgettable visit.

Thermal baths, golf courses, race course, casino, lake of Divonne, miniature golf, tree top climbing: Divonne-les-Bains is the destination of relaxation and well-being. Guided tour to discover the various sources which spurt out around the casino and constitute the riches of this thermal resort.

This medieval town situated on a promontory on the French shores of Lake Geneva dates back to the 14th century and has preserved the most important heritage of the past as the castle and the town walls. Yvoire, a modest fishing village in the beginning of the 20th century, is now a classified village which has several times won the French national flowering contest and is a member of the association of the most beautiful villages of France.

In the heart of the Parc naturel Régional du Haut-Jura, four villages teamed up in order to offer all the advantages of a holiday destination without compromising the intimate character of every village. LES ROUSSES, PREMANON, LAMOURA and BOIS d'AMONT have founded the destination Les Rousses Haut-Jura which is very close to the Swiss border. In summer, the four villages have developed a big variety of activities ideal for families such as hikes, mountain bike, sailing, golf, ice skating, canyoning… In winter, you can enjoy all kinds of winter sports : skiing, snowboarding (40 lifts), cross country skiing (220 km of slopes), itineraries for snowshoeing and winter trails for pedestrians.

The small towns and villages of La Côte, some hidden away in the vineyards and others on the shores of Lake Geneva are worth while more than just one visit

Leaving Nyon, take the pass road up to the Givrine Pass situated on 1200 metres of altitude. Then cross the boarder to France in La Cure and discover the resort Les Rousses. More to the East, the Marchairuz Pass leads you to the Vallée de Joux and its lake, the biggest in the Jura chain.

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