Olympic Discovery: Exploring Lausanne's Cultural Tapestry

An apiary and educational centre that offers guided tours into the world of bees and a boutique selling honey-based products.
As you drive towards the Swiss border, make a pit stop at this award-winning apiary to buy some local honey from the farm shop. Honey has been traditionally produced in this region of France since the 18th century. 🗓️ Check the opening hours and book your visit in advance. 🅿️ On-site parking is available.

You've made it to Lausanne in Switzerland! You can leave your car in the underground car park of Parking Indigo Lausanne Port d'Ouchy.

A museum that celebrates the history and spirit of the Olympic Games with interactive exhibits and displays spanning 3,000 square metres.
At the Olympic Museum, you'll discover a celebration of the rich history and enduring spirit of the Olympic Games. Step into 3,000 square metres of exhibition space, where you'll be immersed in the world of Olympism. With over 150 screens and plenty of interactive installations, it's an engaging experience that invites you to explore and learn about the games in a fun and interactive way. 🗓️ Check the opening hours and book your visit in advance.

A restaurant with scenic lakeside views, serving up a variety of traditional Swiss dishes and local favourites.
Located on the shores of Lac Léman (Lake Geneva), this restaurant offers a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy traditional Swiss cuisine like cheese fondue, potato rösti, and locally made meringue with Gruyère double cream for lunch before you head out on your journey. 🗓️ Check the opening hours and book a table in advance.

Modern pyramidal sculptures located along the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne.
Grab a fresh juice or ice-cream and take a leisurely walk along the foreshore. This path will lead you to the Pyramides de Vidy, which were built for the 1964 national exhibition and are now a permanent park feature. Across the lake, you'll see the silhouette of a mountain range.

A serene lakeside beach in Lausanne, ideal for swimming and sunbathing, with picturesque views of the Alps.
Continue along the foreshore for another ten minutes, and you'll get to this lakeside beach. Sit on the sand to enjoy the sun, or find some shade on the grass under an oak tree. This beach is a great spot for swimming in the lake.

A waterfront venue offering casual bites, drinks, and lively evening events.
After a refreshing dip at the beach, make your way back towards Ouchy with a pit stop at Jetée de la Compagnie. Grab a drink at the bar and settle on the jetty to admire the view.

A Japanese sushi bar and restaurant that offers a mix of traditional and modern dishes.
After lots of walking and swimming, you've probably worked up an appetite. Satisfy your hunger with a sushi feast at Takayama. Also on the menu are grilled beef, duck breast, and hot pot (a shared soup in which you add the ingredients yourself).

Your trip from Dijon to Lausanne via Dole has come to an end. If you need a hotel to stay for the night in Lausanne, check the available options online.