Lavaux, Switzerland

Lavaux

Terraced vineyards dropping steeply to Lake Geneva.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Lavaux

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the vineyard paths from Lutry to Cully or Epesses.
  2. AfternoonTaste wine in a village cellar like those in Cully or Epesses.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset over Lake Geneva from the terraces.

Day 2

Visit Vevey and Montreux, or the Château de Chillon.

What to eat

Chasselas white wine and filets de perche, lake perch fillets.

Local tips

Make the most of Lavaux

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy on the trails. Weekdays and autumn are calm.

Best photo spot

The vineyard terraces dropping to Lake Geneva, with the Alps across the water.

Getting there

Local trains between Lausanne and Vevey stop at the villages, such as Cully and Epesses.

Don't miss nearby

Vevey, Montreux and Chillon Castle.

Good to know

Walk from village to village through the vines and stop at a wine cellar for a tasting of Chasselas.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Lavaux

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Plan your visit

Getting to Lavaux

Getting there

  • Geneva Airport (GVA)55 km away
  • Basel-Mulhouse Airport (BSL)135 km away
  • Bern75 km away
  • Lucerne135 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forFood, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySwitzerland

Questions

Lavaux: good to know

Is Lavaux worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and nature. Terraced vineyards dropping steeply to Lake Geneva.

How many days do you need in Lavaux?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Lavaux?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer weekends are busy on the trails. Weekdays and autumn are calm.

How do you get to Lavaux?

The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 55 km away. Local trains between Lausanne and Vevey stop at the villages, such as Cully and Epesses.

What is there to see near Lavaux?

Nearby hidden places include Bern (74 km), Oeschinensee (75 km) and Annecy (81 km).

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