The Parc Jura Vaudois in La Côte

Between the Col de la Givrine and the Col du Mollendruz you will discover 530 sqm of breathtaking sceneries and traditional Jura villages.

Thanks to its exceptional natural heritage, the Parc Jura vaudois invites to discover rich and diverse landscapes. Many activities can be proposed to hikers, bike riders and nature passionates who enjoy walks in summer. In winter you can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

The Parc Jura vaudois proposes many ways of exploring the area: guided thematic tours, pedagogic animations, biking tours, picnic zones and above all hiking.

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The lime kiln of St-George
St-George
The lime kiln which dates back to 1857 has been restored for the 700th anniversary of the Confederation in 1991. Lime extracted from limestone was used for construction works until the 14th century.
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Park Jura vaudois
St-George
The Park Jura vaudois of the Lake Geneva Region extends from the north of Lake Geneva to the border with the French Jura. Visitors can make the most of the numerous activities, hikes and excursions on offer to explore its wide open spaces and traditional dry stone walls.

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La Garenne animal park
Le Vaud
Closed until further notice due to the COVID19 situation La Garenne, a popular family excursion destination, is in Le Vaud, a village above Lake Geneva and bordering the Vaudois Jura Park. Open every day, the animal park is easily accessible by car or post coach on the Nyon - St. George line (daily) and the Gland-Bassins line (weekdays).

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Nyon – St-Cergue – La Cure Railway (NStCM)

Nyon – St-Cergue – La Cure Railway (NStCM)
Nyon
Departing from Nyon on Lake Geneva, the NStCM railway line passes many picturesque villages on its way to the typical Jura village of St-Cergue. Here, you will find a very popular resort for its winter sports, e.g. downhill skiing, cross-country skiing and many other snow sports – and wide variety of hiking or biking trails.
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Tour of La Dôle
Nyon
The 'Tour de la Dôle', a unique circular hike with wonderful landscapes, meadows and forests as well as views of Lake Geneva region and the Alps.
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Rent an E-bike or a Mountain bike - St-Cergue

Rent an E-bike or a Mountain bike - St-Cergue
Nyon
From mid-May to mid-October, you can rent an e-bike or mountain bike from the tourist office in St-Cergue to discover the nature of the Vaud Jura.
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The sawmill of St-George
St-George
The mill was already mentioned in 1548. It is equipped with a hydraulic saw which was installed in 1816. The two nearby ponds feed a giant wheel of 6.50m with water.
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SB Nature Parc
Saint-George
SB Nature Parc off ers tree top courses in St-George, a climbing wall, a powerfan, a quick jump and breathtaking zip lines.
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The path "La Ballade à Béatrix"
Nyon
The path "La Ballade à Béatrix" is also the name given to a learning path relating to the final episode in the history of the "Château de St-Cergue". It was destroyed during the Burgundian Wars. The path offers a marvellous panorama over Lake Geneva.
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Abbaye de Bonmont
Chéserex
Founded in 1123 and attached to the Cistercian order in 1131 as the first monastery that settled in Switzerland.
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Le Bois de Chênes
An integral and scientific nature reserve, nestled between the municipalities of Genolier and Vich, a few kilometres from Nyon. It is one of the largest Swiss forest reserves on the plain. The “Bois de Chênes” forest is a place for walking appreciated by the lovers of nature.
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The ice cave in St-George
St-George
One of the most popular attractions in St-George is undoubtedly its ice cave.
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Pasture Chalet Les Fruitières de Nyon
St-Cergue
“Les Fruitières de Nyon” is an Alpine chalet set above St-Cergue. During the summer season, discover the production of various traditional cheeses.
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Pasture Chalet la Givrine
St-Cergue
La Givrine Alpine pasture is just a few minutes from the train station and La Givrine car park, in the heart of the Jura Vaudois Nature Park where you can discover the secrets of cheese making.
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Pasture Chalet La Baronne
La Cure
“L'Alpage de la Baronne” is a farm located in the countryside and near La Cure, in the direction of Le Noirmont. The Prélaz family, who are the owners of the estate, welcomes you during the summer season. The cheese is made at high altitudes where the cows graze in perfect tranquillity.
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Restaurant Chez Mamac - La Cure
La Cure
The restaurant Chez Mamac in La Cure invites you to discover their specialities: trifon or tri-viande.
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Snow-shoeing - St-Cergue
Nyon
Whether they want to attack the powder and climb to the mountain tops or enjoy the peace and quiet of sleeping forests, the pleasures of snow-shoeing in the Lake Geneva Region appeal to regulars and day visitors, beginners and athletes alike. Thank you to encourage public transport to access the resort.
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Nordic center in St-George
St-George
St-George is an area with a view of the Alps and Lake Geneva which offers a wide range of winter activities for the whole family .
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A day to explore the Nature of the Jura Vaudois

A day to explore the Nature of the Jura Vaudois
Nyon
Take a day to explore the Nature of the Jura Vaudois !
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Tobogganing in the region
Nyon
For young and old fans of sledging, here are the places to enjoy the snow in the heart of the Vaud Jura!
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To see, do, experience…

The cross-country ski trails in St-Cergue and La Givrine are closed!
Jan 15, 2021
The cross-country ski trails in St-Cergue and La Givrine are closed! Winter info +41 22 360 10 83

Cross-country skiing Pass available
Nov 9, 2020
The cross-country ski Pass for Switzerland area and the Jura are available at the Tourist Office of Nyon and St-Cergue, For family, children under 16 years old can ride free on the cross-country tracks.

The ice skating rink of St-Cergue is open!
Nov 21, 2020
The ice skating rink will be free of charge all season long and the skates will be provided free of charge!

Swiss Press Photo 2020
Nov 20, 2020 - Feb 21, 2021
The Château de Prangins proposes the temporary exhibition "Swiss Press Photo 2020".

Tuesday's aperitif at the Castle in Luins

Tuesday's aperitif at the Castle in Luins
Jun 7, 2016 - Jun 8, 2021
Every Tuesday, aperitif at Château de Luins and production of fresh bread in an old bread oven!

Escape Room Crime d'absinthe Château de Nyon

Escape Room Crime d'absinthe Château de Nyon
Jan 1, 2020 - Dec 31, 2021
The Château de Nyon proposes an Escape Room "Crime d'absinthe". The activity is in French.

Games and puzzles in nature
Jan 17, 2021
During this snowshoe walk, let's have fun learning a lot about the surrounding flora and fauna.

La collection Usine à Gaz
Jan 28, 2021 - Jan 29, 2021
Show la collection "Le service des asperges", la collection "Le téléviseur à tube cathodique", la collection "Le téléphone à cadran rotatif", la collection "Le vélomoteur", la collection "La K7".

Randonnées raquettes
Jan 27, 2021 - Jan 28, 2021
Monsieur Perler and Monsieur Brélaz take you on lovely snowshoe hikes day and night in the Parc Jura vaudois.

Escape in wooded pastures
Jan 23, 2021
During this winter loop hike from St-Cergue, I offer you a one-day immersion punctuated by the observation of traces of wild animals and understanding their living environment.

Petite nature ? - Musée du Léman
Oct 27, 2019 - Jan 1, 2022
New permanent exhibition "Petite nature" and presentation of an exceptional stained glass window at the Musée du Léman.

Bien plus qu'un lac
Dec 1, 2020 - Aug 15, 2021
The Musée du Léman proposes a temporary exhibition of photographs "Bien plus qu'un lac" by Claude Dussez and Vincent Guignet.

Night snowshoes and raclette in the forest

Night snowshoes and raclette in the forest
Jan 21, 2021
Live the experience of a night snowshoe hike in the magical and wild nature of the Jura. On evenings with a full moon and clear skies, we can even put the headlamps away and put out the torch.

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La Barillette

La Barillette 2

La Dôle - Vue sur le Télésiège

La Dôle - Vue sur les Alpes

La Givrine

Morges

Nyon, vue depuis le toit de l'hôtel Real

St-Cergue Village

St-George

The Parc Jura Vaudois in La Côte

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