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48 hours in Lausanne

Spending two days in Lausanne may seem short with all the things to see and do in the city. Here is a program to not miss anything.
A marathon of emotions. Would you like to relive great Olympic moments? Feel the pulse of the champions? Discover the creative flair of the host cities? The world of the Games with its many facets will open up to you for a full and unique experience.

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h00The Olympic Museum

Are you in search of a scrumptious brunch? At the weekend, this restaurant serves a sumptuous all-you-can-eat buffet. During the week, you can eat breakfast there, why not before visiting the museum!
That little extra from the food insider "Cuisine Helvetica": when the weather is fair, enjoy the beautiful terrace that offers an outstanding view over Lake Geneva and the Alps.
Favourite dish: the brunch

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h00Olympic Museum Restaurant

A relaxed restaurant in the city centre that serves generous breakfasts and brunches 7 days a week. Renowned for its pancakes, it also offers savoury dishes such as the brekky burrito and full English.
That little extra from the food insider "Heddi": with your breakfast or brunch, you can enjoy a Mimosa cocktail or a Bloody Mary, or choose from many other hot and cold drinks.
Favourite dish: the bacon sandwich

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h00Downtown Lausanne

Lausanne's iconic cathedral has towered over the city for more than eight centuries. A masterpiece of Gothic art, it captivates visitors with the harmony of its architecture, the richness of its sculpted details and the serenity it inspires. From its tower, an exceptional panorama opens up over the roofs of the Cité, Lake Geneva and the Alps.

Due to the renovation of the vaults in the south transept, the rose and its stained glass windows will be inaccessible until spring 2027.

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h00Lausanne Cathedral
Shopping becomes part of the enjoyment in Lausanne, where every variety of shop is represented within easy walking distance in the city centre.

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h00Shopping areas
As soon as temperatures get cooler, a strange phenomenon takes place in Lausanne: everyone starts to feel like eating a fondue.

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h00Where to eat a fondue in Lausanne?

This Lausanne spot offers a tasty lunch with a choice of open sandwiches, gourmet combos and vegetarian options, all in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
That little extra from the food insider "The Lausanne Guide": “La Scène du Pointu” hosts intimate concerts and cultural events all year round, in a warm and vibrant setting in the heart of Lausanne.
Favourite dish: the eggs Benedict

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h00Le Pointu

Located in the heart of Lausanne, a short walk from the SBB station, PLATEFORME 10 is a cultural site unique in Switzerland, bringing together three major cantonal museums: the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts (MCBA), the Cantonal Museum of Design and Contemporary Applied Arts (mudac) and the Cantonal Museum of Photography (Photo Elysée). A must for art lovers and culture buffs alike.

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h00Plateforme 10