Leysin, Lake Geneva Region (Vaud)

Leysin, situated at an altitude of 1263 m. enjoys exceptional exposure to the sun and this offer a very large range of activities all year round. whether you want to practise your favorite sport or discover a new one, avail yourself of a programme to get yourself back into shape or merely take advantage of a chance to relax, Leysin is there to receive you with a smile.

Leysin has a selection of hotels equipped with conference and congress halls in a quiet setting conductive to work and reflection.

American and Japanese schools of great renown as well as a hotel and tourism school provide quality training. Hundreds of youngesters from all over the word study in Leysin, a villlage with an international and cosmopolitan character.

Leysin is the place with several chalets, appartments, and a panoramic, revolving restaurant at the top of the Berneuse Mountain (2048m). Whether an active sports enthusiast, or simply desiring peaceful relaxation on one of Leysin's famous sunny terraces, one quickly feel the warm friendliness of Leysin as a holiday attraction.

Only twenty minutes from the motorway, an hour and a half from Geneva airport by train or car.

Sports and Leisure

There is a multitude of sports and leisure activities for young and old alike so that you and your spouse, your family or your friends can find just the thing to suit you, whether you want to throw yourself body and soul into skiing or snowboarding or to split your time between the swimming pool, ice climbing, snow-shoewing, squach and aerobics.

Kuklos, one of the three revolving restaurant in Switzerland, is located at the summit of the Berneuse, at 2048m. from where you have a unique 360° panorama. Your eye will take in the Alps, from the Eiger to mthe Mont Blanc, sweeping over the Cervin and Dents du Midi on the way.

Leysin in winter

Leysin is synonymous with year-round sport, adventure and relaxation! But sports enthusiasts are not alone in finding everything their hearts desire here. In the Vaud Alps, care is also taken to preserve tradition, culture and nature. Sixty km of pistes, 17 ski lifts, a snow park with halfpipe, a lit cross-country ski trail and a sled run leave nothing to be desired. Those who still crave more will find over 20 further sports activities on offer in Leysin's 2 sports centres the whole year round. The revolving restaurant "Le Kuklos", at 2048 metres above sea level, offers diners breathtaking views of the Valais mountains. Leysin, situated only 20 minutes from the European motorway network, is an ideal, sunny holiday spot.

Leysin in summer

Leysin, at an altitude of 1200 to 2000 m, is situated on a sunny «balcony» above the Rhone Valley. Tradition, culture and nature are all greatly treasured here, creating the perfect atmosphere in which to relax and explore.

Many international schools give the village a distinctly cosmopolitan ambience, while a whole range of open-air activities is on offer. They include sports facilities and 250 km of walking trails.The Kuklos revolving restaurant sits atop the Berneuse Mountain (2048 m). Accessible by cableway, it provides a panoramic view like no other in the world as it turns through 360 degrees. Old and young alike cherish the cosy character of Les Mosses. It will probably become your next favourite holiday destination.