This weekend it’s “Journées européennes du patrimoine” – “European Heritage Days”. It’s a chance to visit and see heritage buildings around the country, some of them are only open for this weekend only. There is a full programme across canton Vaud click here In Nyon the château will be open, there will be guided tours […]
Competition to win tickets for Nyon festivals – Just take a photo!
Nyon Tourism is currently running a competition to win free tickets, passes and entry for various weekend trips and hotel breaks. All you have to do is send the best photos you have taken at any of the five Nyon official festivals (this includes Paléo!) via Instagram using the hashtag #festivalsnyon or through Facebook with the […]
Pianos back in Nyon – Living in Nyon returns in July
The pianos are back in town! Five pianos have been placed around Nyon for members of the public to play. They can be found at the Place du Midi/La Combe, Esplanade Jules César, the Temple de Nyon, the Rive and in the courtyard of Nyon’s château. The pianos are part of the “Jouez Je Suis à […]
Roman Day in Nyon – Gladiators, Legionnaires in town. Sat 30 June
Look out for legionnaires, gladiators and more in Nyon at the Esplanade des Marronniers (where the Roman Columns are situated) on Saturday the 30th June from 10:00-20:00. Lots of events are planned on this “Roman Day” – demonstrations, shows, legionary patrols, plus guided tours of the Roman Museum. Full programme here
Caves Ouvertes – Wine Cellars Open this weekend
It’s Caves Ouvertes this weekend, the 19th and 20th May from 10:00 -18:00. It’s a great opportunity to taste the wine from this region and further afield. For just CHF 20 customers receive a wine “open cellars” passport (you can buy this passport in the first cellar/cave that you visit) and a souvenir glass “caves ouvertes” […]