Lausanne Lumière

We were excited to have our first snowfall last week in Lausanne to break up the weather that has turned cold, grey and damp.  It’s so strange to see 0 degree temperatures (only 32 F), but coming from California, that's exactly what it feels like to us. 

Lausanne is magical during the holidays. The annual light festival, Lausanne Lumière, started the end of November just as the weather turned cold and the evenings came early.  Some of the most famous and beautiful buildings throughout old Lausanne are lit every night and the streets are decorated with trees and lights.

Opèra de Lausanne

Hotel de Ville (City Hall) 

Cathédral view from Place Palud

Place Palud

Place de la Louve

Eight different light shows (created by 30 artists) are projected on buildings around Lausanne.

"Plonger dans les océan de couleurs" (Diving in the ocean of colors)

Maison Mercier - "Renaissance"

The restaurants have been closed in most of French speaking Switzerland (called Suisse Romand), so we decorated our cozy apartment with lights and a tree, and settle in early each evening for the “long winter’s nights.”  

We are thinking of our family and friends right now, wishing we could see you, hoping that you stay healthy and that you have a wonderful Christmas and holiday season.  Here’s to the end of 2020 and to a much better 2021!