Strolling along the Ouchy promenade today, almost nothing reminds of the origins of this place. In the past, Ouchy was little more than a small fishing village, which then grew together with the ever-growing metropolis of Lausanne in the mid-19th century and has now developed into its tourist center. The sculpture "Eole", which is omnipresent at the harbor, is probably the most famous photo motif of the district. It is a kind of wind vane, which is oriented differently depending on the prevailing wind direction.

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November 6, 2024

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“Éole” Sculpture, Port of Ouchy, Lausanne
"Éole" is a monumental and light weather vane located at the entrance to the port of Ouchy, gently rocked by the winds. On the quay, four monoliths dialogue with it, indicating which wind is blowing. Oh really? To find out, all you have to do is figure out which stone semicircle can be used to recompose a circle with the semicircle of the weather vane!

Text / Source: Ville de Lausanne, Department of Architecture and Housing, Department of Housing, Environment and Architecture, Rue du Port-Franc 182nd floor, Lausanne

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May 25, 2017

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Ouchy harbor. The sculpture Eole can be seen (follows the current wind direction.

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