Things to do in Saint-Prex

No. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in France

Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva is located on the border between Switzerland and France, nestled in a crescent shape among the Alps, with approx. 60% of its waters within Switzerland. The lake is vast and deep, with distant snow-capped peaks reflected in its waters. Terraced vineyards spread out along the shore, and the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces stretch for dozens of km along the lakeside, forming a unique scenic feature of this body of water. Numerous views and landmarks are found along the lakeshore. Built on a rock in the lake, Chillon Castle stands at the eastern end of the lake, with a history dating back to the 11th century. Byron was inspired by the story of the prisoners in the castle to write the long poem "The Prisoner of Chillon." A boat cruise is a classic way to enjoy the panoramic view of the lake, and during the voyage, you can admire the ancient towns, castles, and vineyards on both shores.

No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Canton of Vaud

The Olympic Museum

The International Olympic Committee has been located in Lausanne since 1915, and Lausanne is also known as the "Olympic Capital", and this museum on the shores of Lake Leman is also a famous Olympic museum in the world. Opened in 1993, the museum is the largest Olympic competition information center in the world. It shows people the history of the Olympic Movement from ancient Greece to the present through art, documents, films, etc., and combines sports, art, Olympic spirit and culture. combined. There are also conference halls, bars, coffee houses, and a sculpture park overlooking the Alps and the lake, which is very suitable for taking pictures.

Selected for Best Things to Do in Switzerland

Olympic Park

Olympic Parkis located in the Ouchy district on the shores of the lake in Lausanne. It is the front garden of The Olympic Museum, with green space spreading out in layers along the slope and extending all the way to the shores of Lake Geneva. Lausanne is known as the Olympic Capital, and the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee is located in this city. This lakeside green space, covering over 8,000 square meters, is the perfect prelude to visiting The Olympic Museum—it is less of an ordinary park and more of an open-air sports sculpture museum. The park is dotted with over 40 sports-themed sculptures, most of which are gifts to the International Olympic Committee from various national Olympic committees and international sports organizations: the "Cyclists" group sculpture, gifted by Hungary, cleverly uses wheels to form the image of the Olympic rings; the bronze "Athlete Tying His Hair," gifted by Greece, has a prototype that can be traced back to ancient Greek sculptures from the 5th century BC; in addition, there is the rounded "Girl with Ball" by Colombian artist Botero, the "Relay Runner" from Monaco, and a memorial statue of the famous Finnish long-distance runner Nurmi. Artistic styles from different countries converge in this same green space; walking through and viewing them is like flipping through a three-dimensional history of the Olympics.

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Lausanne Cathedral

Perched on the hill in Lausanne's Old Town, Lausanne Cathedral is one of the largest Gothic churches in Switzerland and is considered a representative work of European Gothic architecture. As you climb the steps from many of the Old Town's streets and alleys, you can see its towering spire from afar. Construction of the church began in the second half of the 12th century and spanned over a century. It was consecrated by Pope Gregory X in 1275, with King Rudolf I of the Habsburg dynasty present at the ceremony. Following the Reformation in 1536, it became a Protestant Reformed church and has remained in use to this day. The church's facade is adorned with carvings: the main west door is decorated with statues of biblical figures, saints, and bishops, while the south side retains a 13th-century painted door. The statues beside the door are original medieval works. Although the colors have faded, the delicate craftsmanship remains clearly visible. The interior is solemn and dignified, with restored medieval paintings still visible on the stone pillars. The 13th-century choir stalls and the tomb with a recumbent effigy of Knight Otto de Grandson are also worth a close look.

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Lausanne-Ouchy

Ouchy Wharf is one of the more important water transportation hubs of Lake Geneva. There are some cafes, restaurants and hotels along the coast, where you can fully enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Geneva. There are many ferries and cruise ships parked near the pier, and there are many private yachts in sight. In addition to taking a boat tour of the lake, you can also take a boat to Montreux and Vevey, or to the opposite town of Evian. On sunny days, the area around Wuxi Wharf always gives people a relaxed and comfortable feeling. Many people sit on chairs in open-air restaurants and enjoy sunbathing, or feed swans by the lake, enjoy the lake view, and sometimes see the streets Artist's performance. In addition, there are many green parks, squares and sculpture landscapes around, which are very suitable for walking and relaxing.

Morges Castle

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Riviera Suisse

Golden Pass Railway

Two languages, three worlds, six lakes, one route: this is the Golden Pass route. In Montreux, the palm trees and southern vibes along the "Swiss Riviera" still prevail. French romance fills the air. Vineyards and gardens can be captured as the Golden Pass Express goes uphill, the trains are fading away, and a look back at Lake Geneva, the tunnels, and more. The Golden Pass Express is a fascinating route connecting the beautiful lakes of Switzerland such as Lake Geneva, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz and Lake Lucerne.

No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Switzerland

Chillon Castle

Chillon Castle stands on a small rocky island jutting into the eastern end of Lake Geneva, facing the lakeside town of Montreux and connected to the shore by a wooden bridge. The entire castle follows the contours of the oval island rock, surrounded by water on all sides. From the shore, it appears to float on the lake, with its gray-white stone walls and reddish-brown conical towers reflecting the lake and mountain scenery like a painting. The land-facing side is studded with arrow slits and shooting ports, forming a heavily fortified defense structure, while the lakeside features elegant Gothic arched windows, once the residence of the House of Savoy—a harmonious blend of strength and grace in this ancient waterborne fortress. The earliest written records of the castle date back to the mid-12th century, though its central keep was built in the 11th century, predating documented history. Strategically located on a vital north-south European trade route, merchants traveling to Rome via the Great St. Bernard Pass would pass by its gates. The House of Savoy leveraged this position to collect tolls and expanded the castle into their summer palace in the 13th century. After Bernese forces captured it in 1536, it successively became a bailiff's residence, armory, and prison. The castle's fame stems partly from its dungeon: François Bonivard, abbot of Geneva's St. Victor Abbey, was chained to a pillar here for years after opposing the Duke of Savoy's control of Geneva, until his rescue by the Bernese. In 1816, Lord Byron visited, immortalized the story in his poem "The Prisoner of Chillon," and carved his name on the pillar. Rousseau featured it in "Julie, or the New Heloise," while Hugo and other literati also wrote about it. Crossing the wooden bridge into the castle reveals courtyards, halls, bedrooms, the keep, and dungeons—like stepping through a three-dimensional medieval history book. The underground prison is particularly noteworthy: its walls are built from the island's natural rock, topped with Gothic vaulting typically reserved for cathedrals, with Byron's inscribed pillar still standing. Several grand halls once hosted Savoyard feasts, their windows framing Lake Geneva's vistas. The Bernese bedroom displays an elaborate four-poster bed with heating, a bathroom, and running water—remarkably advanced for its time. The Chapel of St. George preserves 14th-century religious murals, rare survivors of Reformation iconoclasm. The armory exhibits medieval to 17th-century weapons—swords, halberds, arquebuses, crossbows, and armor—offering insights into period warfare. Visitors should linger: beyond interior artifacts, the lakeside path offers classic panoramic views of this aquatic fortress.

International Olympic Committee

The IOC Headquarters is housed in a glass building shaded by woods, close to Lake Geneva and surrounded by beautiful scenery. The office building is very low-key and small. It seems to be completely incompatible with the name of the Olympic Committee, and it is not usually open to the public, but there are still many tourists who come here to check in and take pictures. For a considerable period of time after the establishment of the International Olympic Committee, the residence of the father of the Olympics, Coubertin, in Paris was the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee. In 1915, in order to avoid the interference of the war on the Olympic movement, Coubertin moved the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee to Lausanne, Switzerland. Since then, Lausanne has forged an indissoluble bond with the Olympic Movement. In 1982, the International Olympic Committee declared Lausanne the "Olympic City", and on December 5, 1993, the International Olympic Committee declared Lausanne the "Olympic Capital".

No. 1 of Hot Springs Attractions in France

Les Thermes evian®

The majesticAlpsbehind the town of Evian are the source of Evian water. It originates from alpine snowmelt and mountain rainwater that undergoes 15 years of natural filtration and mineralization through glacial sand layers in the heart of theAlps, forming Evian water. It is this very spring water that leaves French women who soak at Les Thermes evian® looking flawless and radiant, and has earned the French spa town the reputation as the queen of spa towns.