Your guide to going out in Lausanne. Discover the nightlife on Lake Geneva – from the legendary Flon district to the relaxed promenade in Ouchy.
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Lausanne offers dozens of events every week – from electronic nights at D! Club to world-class performances at Béjart Ballet. WasGoht shows you all parties, concerts and cultural events in the Olympic capital.
The city on Lake Geneva is far more than just the seat of the International Olympic Committee. With two universities (UNIL and EPFL), Lausanne is one of the youngest and most dynamic cities in Switzerland. The steep streets, terraced architecture and views of the lake and Alps create a unique atmosphere.
The club scene centres mainly on the Flon district:
The Flon district is the undisputed centre of nightlife – a former industrial zone that has transformed into a pulsating going-out quarter.
Lausanne is a cultural heavyweight:
The Festival de la Cité transforms the old town into an open-air stage every summer. Add Lausanne Lumières in winter and the nearby Montreux Jazz Festival – just 25 minutes by train.
Flon: The legendary nightlife district. Former warehouses now house clubs, bars, cinemas and restaurants. This is where the nightlife happens.
Ouchy: The lakeside quarter. Relaxed bars, restaurants with lake views and the perfect location for a sunset drink.
Cité (Old Town): Around Notre-Dame Cathedral. Cosy pubs, historic cobblestones and student atmosphere.
Place de la Riponne: The heart of the city. Cafés, bars and the meeting point before going out.
Sous-Gare: The up-and-coming quarter below the station. New venues, alternative scene and creative energy.
Lausanne is young, international and surprisingly wild for a Swiss city. The 15,000 students from UNIL and EPFL ensure a lively scene and affordable prices. The city is steep – prepare for stairs and hills – but the views of Lake Geneva and the Alps make up for every drop of sweat. In summer everyone meets by the lake in Ouchy or Vidy, in winter the clubs in Flon beckon. This mix of student energy, Olympic heritage and French savoir-vivre makes Lausanne unique.