Day Itinerary
9 Activities
Day 3
145 mi3 mi
Hiking the Swiss Mountains
Today, you will be embarking on a journey through the Swiss mountain range of the Jura natural park. With incredible views of the Alps and Lake Geneva, fresh mountain air and cheesemaking cottages, you will be in awe of this part of the country.
You begin the day by visiting a popular spot for scholars and readers across the country, where you will be amazed by the creative architecture made to inspire future aspiring writers. You will finish the day by visiting the romantic city of Nyon, where Roman and Celtic history have left their mark throughout this beautiful and picturesque part of Switzerland.
Make sure to prepare your hiking gear and camera for plenty of photo opportunities.
You begin the day by visiting a popular spot for scholars and readers across the country, where you will be amazed by the creative architecture made to inspire future aspiring writers. You will finish the day by visiting the romantic city of Nyon, where Roman and Celtic history have left their mark throughout this beautiful and picturesque part of Switzerland.
Make sure to prepare your hiking gear and camera for plenty of photo opportunities.
10.7 mi
20 min
09:301 hr
Fondation Jan Michalski pour l'écriture et la littérature
Library
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This is a fascinating place for readers and writers to visit and get inspired in their work. It features a creative architecture that is made with nature in mind, in order for creatives from all walks to come and be inspired in their work. Originally founded by Vera Michalski-Hoffmann in her husband’s memory, the vision of this foundation was to have a creative community gather in nature and be inspired in their work by their surroundings. The building features impressive architectural constructions as well as a multilingual library available for avid readers.
Open Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
Open Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
15.1 mi
30 min
11:005 min
Parking des Marais
Parking
Open Details
This is one of many carparks for the Natural Park. You can also choose to go further North or south depending on your chosen trail.
1.5 mi
30 min
11:354 hrs
Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois
Park
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This natural park is a wonderful taste of the famous Swiss mountains and postcard vistas. It’s landscape consists of mystical pine forests, valleys, pastureland, limestone rocks and beautiful crystal blue lakes. Vistas that extend from the Alps to Lake Geneva, this is the perfect place for many activities such as mountain bikers, hikers, snowshoe walkers and much more. Here you will also come across mountain huts that produce cheese in the traditional way, which are commonly found in the Swiss mountains.
There are over a hundred different trails at the Jura Vaudois Natural Park, so plenty of options for all levels and tastes.
Make sure to bring a packed lunch, refreshments and your camera to capture those great moments.
There are over a hundred different trails at the Jura Vaudois Natural Park, so plenty of options for all levels and tastes.
Make sure to bring a packed lunch, refreshments and your camera to capture those great moments.
1.5 mi
30 min
17:005 min
Parking des Marais
Parking
Open Details
Return to your car after the hike and start your trip to the last destination for the day.
11.3 mi
25 min
17:3030 min
Parking Perdtemps - Nyon
Parking
Open Details
You've arrived in Nyon. Your last Swiss destination of your trip.
Nyon is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic towns of Switzerland. Existing since the 13th century, the Roman and Celtic history can be observed as you walk through the streets of the town, giving it a very special mystical atmosphere. A Roman castle towers over the old part of the town, where you can spend some time strolling through the streets covered in beautiful flowers during the springs and summer days. Spend some time to soak up this Swiss history and explore through the streets of this charming little town.
0.3 mi
10 min
18:1030 min
Chateau de Nyon
Landmark
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Beautiful Roman castle in the middle of the city worth visiting for the incredible views of the city from here. Although the castle closes at 5pm, it’s worth visiting this part of the town and observe the beauty and history of the region. If you continue walking downhill along the river bank, you will come across the gardens that feature the most colourful flower displays.
0.3 mi
10 min
19:0030 min
Parc du Bourg-de-Rive
Park
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The park du Bourg-de-Rive features an impressive display of flowers throughout the whole green area. The park offers beautiful views of Lake Geneva and the chain of the Alps, which can be seen int he distance. Also, at the start of the entrance stand three Roman columns, symbol of the city of Nyon, overlooking the lake. The perfect picturesque landscape for last photoshoot session for your memories.
0.1 mi
5 min
19:351 hr 30 min
Restaurant la Nautique
Restaurant
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Finally, make the most of the incredible views from here, by dining at this great restaurant right by the park. With wonderful views of the Jura mountains from the terrace, you can not go wrong by choosing this as your lat stop off.
Open Hours: Everyday: 10:00-00:00
To book your table: 022 361 70 01
Open Hours: Everyday: 10:00-00:00
To book your table: 022 361 70 01
108.5 mi
2 hrs 30 min
23:35