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Vaud

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Switzerland

Vaud

The Top 20 Natural Monuments in the Vaud

Vaud’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in the Vaud. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Creux du Van

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The hike leads to the mighty Creux du Van rock cirque, a true regional icon, formed by the erosion of water and ice. A breathtaking panoramic view awaits at the …

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AstroPléiades Astronomy Trail

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Also educationally interesting panorama place!

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La Dôle Summit

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The mountain peak of La Dôle is 1,677 meters above sea level. From the second highest mountain in the Swiss Jura you have a magnificent view of Lake Geneva. There …

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Dent de Vaulion Summit

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From the Dent de Vaulion you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama. The 1,483 meter high summit is the highest mountain in the region. When the weather is clear you can …

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Lavaux Vineyard Terraces (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

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The Via Francigena also passes here, more precisely the bs2 stage from Lausanne to Villeneuve: From Lausanne and the port of Ouchy, you stay close to the lake until Lutry. …

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Lac Lioson

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At Lac Lioson at 1848m you can plan a wonderful stop if you want to visit Pic Chaussy at 2351m. The color of the lake is simply wonderful when the sun is shining.

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Lac de Joux

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Lac de Joux is the largest lake in the Jura mountains. You can completely circle it by bike. On the way you can enjoy beautiful beaches and swimming spots for refreshing breaks.

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Mont Tendre Summit

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At 1,679 meters, Mont Tendre is the highest point in the Swiss Jura. From the summit you have a beautiful view of Lake Geneva and the Alps, as well as a breathtaking 360-degree panorama.

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Gorges du Chauderon

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Just a few steps from the old town of Montreux you will find an oasis where water, rock and fauna unite to a wild natural landscape. The "La Baye de …

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Chasseron Summit

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The Chasseron belongs to the Folded Jura and is 1,607 meters high. From up here you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Savoyard, the Valais and the Bernese Alps and up to the Säntis.

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