Vaud: Hotels and Accommodation

Geographical Location

Vaud stretches along the northern shore of Lake Geneva, borders France to the west, and encompasses parts of the Jura, the Alps, and the Swiss Plateau. The canton combines lake and mountain landscapes, including Jura peaks, the Lavaux vineyards, and the Vaud Alps.

Perhaps you are planning to book a hotel for your stay in Vaud.

Nature

In the wider regional surroundings of the canton of Vaud are the Menhirs de Clendy, Montagne des Mémises, Mont César, Grand Cunay, and Le Crêt Breny.

In the area around Lake Geneva in Vaud, the landscape can be explored on foot, by bicycle or mountain bike, by train, and by boat. Opportunities for walking and hiking range from relaxed paths through wine-growing landscapes to more challenging routes in the Jura and the Vaud Alps.

Culture and Wine

Wine is closely associated with the region. This includes Vaud wine and the Lavaux vineyards.

The Cinémathèque suisse is also located in the vicinity of the canton of Vaud.

Regions

Canton de Vaud is divided into four tourism regions: Cities–Lakes, Jura, Countryside, and Alps.

Further pages on the subregions: Nyon District, Morges, Aigle District, Riviera-Pays-D'enhaut, Lavaux, Orbe, Oron, Northern Vaud Jura.

For the main travel overview: Switzerland.