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Castles, wardens of time

The Lake Geneva Region boasts many castles. One of them is the famous Chillon Castle, the most visited monument in Switzerland
© Samuel Bitton

Historic heritage

Romaimôtier, Payerne and Rougemont: witnesses of the Cluny past
© M. Gaudard

Cultural treasures

The Lake Geneva Region offers over a hundred museums exhibiting a vast range of cultural heritage items
Cathédrale de Lausanne © LT/Muris Camo

Architecture and design

The Lake Geneva Region skilfully combines avant-garde buildings and treasures of the past
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Lavaux, UNESCO World Heritage

Discover the magic of the terraced vineyard, a site forming part of the UNESCO World Heritage Programme since 2007
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Culture & Heritage

The Lake Geneva Region is a remarkable region steeped in centuries of history. And much of this history still remains, with Roman ruins, amphitheatres, castles, churches, monuments and some 200 archaeological sites - all bearing silent witness to the events of many millennia. Every stone has a story to tell.

Lavaux UNESCO

Palafittes UNESCO

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The Lake Geneva Region welcomes all enthusiasts of history, old monuments and culture and invites you to experience its legendary, pleasant lifestyle !

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