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The best of Romandie lands in Nyon If you needed another reason to head into town this weekend, this might be it. From 1–3 May 2026, the Place Bel-Air will host the Romandie pre-final of the Swiss Street Food Awards with a lively mix of a food festival and a national competition. This isn’t just about grabbing a quick bite. It’s where some of the most creative street food chefs in French-speaking Switzerland come together to compete, test ideas, and serve up their best dishes to the public. Organised in collaboration with the BAFmarket Nyon and the Ville de Nyon. @Swiss Street Food Awards More than just food trucks The idea is simple; come, try, and decide for yourself. The Finalists are: The Food Bus, Mochitsuki, WHYNOT Burritos, MUMBAI STREET FOOD, SUKI SUKI, De l'Or Bokit, D'MAIZ, ça Rûpe: street food du terroir, Chef Falafel, Pasylema. Alongside a professional jury, the public also gets a say. Visitors can taste their way around the event and vote for their favourites, helping decide awards like the People’s Choice. It’s relaxed, social, and built around shared experience. You don’t need a plan. You just arrive, wander, and follow what smells good. @Swiss Street Food Awards A step towards the Swiss (and European) stage What makes this event a little different from your typical food festival is the competitive edge. The winners here don’t just leave with bragging rights. They move on to the Swiss final in Basel later in May, with the chance to represent Switzerland at the European Street Food Awards. So while it feels casual on the surface, there’s a lot at stake behind the scenes. @Swiss Street Food Awards A weekend atmosphere typical to Nyon Events like this tend to bring out a mix of people. Families, groups of friends, curious food lovers, and those who just happen to be passing through and stay longer than planned. With free entry and food paid directly at each stand, it’s easy to drop in for an hour or stay the whole evening. And with the event running into the evening, it naturally turns into one of those early-summer gatherings where the energy builds as the day goes on. Practical details Dates: 1–3 May 2026 Location: Place Bel-Air Time: Friday 17:00 - 22:00 Saturday 11:00 – 23:00 Sunday 11:00 - 20:00 Entry: Free (pay per food stand) Audience: Open to all Just good food, a bit of competition, and a reminder of how much is happening locally as we move into the warmer months. If you’re around this weekend, it’s worth stopping by.

Accounting firms are not usually described as fun. More often, they leave people with a sense of worry from all the financial complicated language and tax form deadlines. Well, maybe it’s time to change that narrative. When you sit down with Alex Clarke, founder of Albatross in Gland, you quickly realise that he is trying to do exactly that. Earlier this year, I visited the team at their offices in Gland to learn more about the company, how they work with entrepreneurs across the region, and what sets their approach apart. What followed was a conversation that ranged from tax season realities to startup ambitions, team culture and even the growing role of AI in finance. The result is a firm that combines serious expertise with a refreshingly straightforward approach. Building Albatross Before founding Albatross, Alex spent several years working in the accounting and consulting world, including time at PricewaterhouseCoopers. While the experience gave him a strong technical foundation, it also helped clarify what he wanted to do differently. With a background rooted in finance, he realised his real interest lay in working with entrepreneurs, the people driving their ideas forward and building businesses. This led to the creation of Albatross, a company focused on providing clear, accessible financial support for small to medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals navigating the Swiss system. “We wanted to create a package that helps entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of finance, accounting, and tax,” Alex explained. “We cater to different types of entrepreneurs, from solo consultants to ambitious startups.” Today, the firm works with a mix of clients around 60% companies and 40% individual tax clients. While the profiles vary, the need is often the same: guidance through the financial side of running a business or a household. For many entrepreneurs, that relationship becomes long-term. The work goes beyond compliance into planning, projections and thinking ahead. “You almost become partners,” Alex says. “Understanding clients’ unique needs is key.” Why “Albatross”? The name itself was also a deliberate choice. Alex knew early on that he didn’t want the company to be built around his own name, something common in more traditional firms. Instead, he wanted something that felt distinct, neutral and easy to recognise across languages. “Albatross works in both French and English,” he explains. “And it’s not tied to a person.” There’s also a sense of direction behind it. The idea of “flying high” reflects the ambition not just for the company, but for the clients they work with, many of whom are building something of their own. It’s a small detail, but one that captures the tone of the firm. Professional, but not conventional. The Questions People Really Ask For individuals, the biggest challenge is often simply understanding how the Swiss tax system works. As Alex explains, the most common questions are surprisingly straightforward. People want to know where they stand, what they need to declare and how much tax they will ultimately owe. For expatriates arriving in Switzerland, the process can feel even more complex, particularly when assets abroad need to be factored in. The timeline itself can also be a source of confusion. A tax return can take anywhere from six to nine months between submission and final assessment, leaving many people unsure of what is happening in the meantime. At its core, the service comes down to reassurance. “At the end of the day, people come to us for peace of mind.” Transparency and Simplicity One thing that stands out in conversation is the firm’s focus on clarity. Services are structured and explained in a way that makes them accessible, particularly for those unfamiliar with the Swiss system. Finance and tax can quickly become technical, but the emphasis here is on making things understandable without overcomplicating them. That clarity is especially valuable for the firm’s international client base, where navigating both language and financial systems can add an extra layer of complexity. Growth for the company is also something they approach carefully. Rather than taking on every client, the focus is on maintaining quality and building relationships that work long-term. It’s a deliberate choice and one that reflects how they want to position the business. A Young Team, A Different Culture While the work itself is structured and detail-heavy, the culture inside the office is intentionally more relaxed. Camille Colomer Bastanti, Managing Director, has been with Albatross for five years and plays a key role in the day-to-day running of the business. “The work we do is serious, but the atmosphere doesn’t have to be, and we try to keep a friendly environment.” Her focus is on organisation and ensuring processes run smoothly across the team. The structure allows each team member to take ownership of their work while maintaining a collaborative approach. Monthly team lunches and an open, approachable culture help create a sense of balance, something that becomes particularly important during busy periods like tax season. “There has to be trust and respect between the team. That’s the only way to get through the busy, high-stress periods.” Advice for Entrepreneurs In a region like La Côte, where many professionals are exploring independent or entrepreneurial paths, the team sees a consistent pattern. Many people are highly skilled in their core profession but underestimate the administrative side of running a business. Most new business owners quickly realise that running a company is about more than just their core skill. As we discussed, you don’t just do the work, you become everything. Sales. Marketing. Admin. Finance. It’s often at that point that people realise they need support. Both Alex and Camille work diligently to demystify the tax landscape for their clients. They guide individuals through the intricacies of tax returns, ensuring they don’t miss out on deductions or deadlines. “Don’t ignore the administrative side of your business,” Camille says. “The things you ignore today often become problems later.” Alex adds that even a simple starting point can make a difference. “You don’t need a perfect plan, but you should have at least a minimum vision.” The AI Question Before wrapping up, I asked Alex what he thought about the rise of AI and whether it’s starting to change how people approach their tax returns. His response was immediate. “People already ask AI questions about taxes but the answers are often wrong.” He explains that much of the information AI tools rely on comes from general articles or blogs, which don’t reflect the complexity of the Swiss system. “In Switzerland, tax is handled at a cantonal level,” he says. “So the rules are very specific. AI doesn’t have access to the right level of detail.” That means while AI might seem like a quick solution, it can easily mislead, particularly when it comes to personal situations or nuanced tax questions. That said, the technology isn’t being ignored. Within Albatross, the team is already exploring how AI can be used more effectively behind the scenes, particularly in areas where it can save time or streamline processes. “It’s definitely going to become a tool of the future,” A Strategic Location Being based in Gland places Albatross at the centre of a growing business region between Geneva and Lausanne. The area continues to attract entrepreneurs, consultants and small companies, creating a strong and diverse client base. For the team, it reflects exactly the type of environment they want to be part of. And as a relatively young, bi-lingual team, they see this as part of their advantage, bringing a more flexible, forward-thinking approach to a traditionally structured industry. A mix of structure and flexibility, local roots and international profiles, and a growing community of people building something of their own. As Albatross continues to develop, the direction remains clear: strengthen the team, refine the processes and continue building long-term relationships with clients. And perhaps, in the process, make finance feel just a little less intimidating.

Just over a year ago, we invested in and rebuilt the Living in Nyon webite. No big relaunch. Just a clear sense that it was time to move from blog-led to community-led. To make it easier to navigate and more connected to the community around it. What hasn’t changed is this, it’s still entirely volunteer-run. There’s no large team behind it. No external media group. No paid newsroom. Just a small group of people who care about this area and want to make it easier for others to feel part of it. Everything you read, every workshop or event we organise, every interview we publish is done alongside full-time jobs, families, and everything else life here brings. Which makes what it’s become over the past year feel even more meaningful. More Than a Website At the start, it was simple. Share what’s happening locally, making it accessible to the English-speaking community. Make it easier to find things out. Highlight what’s going on in and around Nyon. That’s still the core. But over the past year, it’s starting to move beyond that. We've been paying attention to what people respond to. More than information, they want connection. We’ve seen that not just through the site, but across our social channels too, where more of you are reading, sharing, and engaging with what’s happening locally. From Reading About It to Being In The Room That’s where the events came in. The leadership event in September 2025 was the first real test of that. A full room, with people staying long after it finished, asking when the second event of this kind would be. So we’re doing it again this September 2nd (more details to follow soon). The Cap'taine Mousse Brewery tours were the opposite. Smaller, more relaxed, a chance to meet people without the label of “networking" while learning about (and drinking) locally brewed beers. We’ve also been able to open doors in other ways. Partnering with local organisations to offer things like theatre ticket giveaways with GAOS, and behind-the-scenes experiences like the Hublot tour. Different formats, same idea. Creating opportunities for people to experience more of what’s on our doorstep. Working With Local Businesses (In a Way That Feels Right) Another part of the evolution has been how we work with local businesses. We’ve introduced sponsors and partner features, but always with the same approach - it has to feel relevant to the community. That means no generic ads dropped into the site. Instead, we focus on stories. Interviews. Real insights into what people are building locally, whether that’s a business, a project, or something in between. It’s also why our Community Events section on our homepage has become such a key part of the platform. Anyone can submit something. For free. From workshops and classes to local initiatives and one-off events, it’s one of the simplest ways for people to share what they’re doing and for others to discover it. So… What Is Living in Nyon? It’s a fair question. Because it’s not just a blog. It’s not a traditional media platform. And it’s definitely not a polished “city guide” trying to sell you something. At its core, Living in Nyon is a reflection of the community itself. A mix of people arriving, settling in, building things, figuring things out, and looking for ways to feel more connected to where they live. We sit somewhere in the middle of all that. Sharing what’s happening. What’s Next We’ll keep writing. We’ll keep testing out events and workshops. We’ll keep working with local people and businesses. And we’ll keep adapting based on what actually resonates, not what we think we “should” be doing. That’s also why we keep it open. If you’ve read, shared, come to something, entered a giveaway, or even just quietly followed along, thank you. And if you have something going on, an idea, an event, or a story you think people should hear about, get in touch!

How well do you know your neighbours? It’s one of those things we all say we’ll do. Take the time to have a quick conversation rather than the passing “bonjour”. A chance to get to know who lives next door. Maybe organise an apéro one day soon… Well, this is your moment. The Fête des voisin·e·s  takes place on Friday 29 May 2026, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: an open invitation to turn your building, your street, or your courtyard into a social get-together, even if just for an evening A Simple Idea That Works A Simple Idea That Works The concept is refreshingly straightforward. Invite your neighbours. Share a drink, a meal (Canadian buffet style is always easy), or just a quick hello. That’s it. No big production, no pressure. The whole idea is to create those small moments of connection that often get lost in everyday life. The event has been running in Nyon since 2006, encouraging people in the same building or neighbourhood to come together and build a sense of community. And it works. Once you’ve shared a moment like this, it gets easier the next time. Take the Initiative (Someone Has To) Let’s be honest. Everyone is waiting for someone else to organise it. So this is your nudge. Send a message in the building WhatsApp group Put a note in the lift Knock on a door Suggest a simple apéro outside You don’t need to host a full dinner. A few drinks and something to nibble on is more than enough. The Commune Makes It Easy If you’re not sure where to begin, the Ville de Nyon  actually provides free materials to help you get going; posters, flyers, and invitation cards to share with your neighbours. You can order them online or by email, and turn the casual "nice" idea into something real. But Is It Even Worth It? Let’s be honest for a second. Nyon, like much of this region, is full of movement. People arrive, people leave. Contracts end, families relocate, apartments change hands. It can feel… transient. So the question naturally comes up: is it even worth getting to know your neighbours if they might not be here in a year? Maybe more than ever. That’s exactly the kind of environment where people can end up feeling disconnected. The whole idea behind the Fête des voisin·e·s  was to break that pattern, to make it easier to say hello, even briefly, and create a sense of belonging, however temporary. It was originally created to bring people together and reduce the feeling of isolation. But it’s not just about those passing through. For those who’ve been here longer, Swiss or long-term residents, it’s a way to open the door a little wider. To connect with the mix of people around them. To bridge that quiet gap that can exist between “locals” and “new arrivals.” Because Nyon is both. So, Put It in the Diary Friday 29 May. Send the message. Order the materials. Start the group chat. Put up the sign in the hallway. Most people are open to it, they just need someone to go first. Why not make that someone you?

GAOS is back on stage this spring with a show that’s bold, joyful, and impossible to ignore. Kinky Boots , the Tony Award-winning musical with music and lyrics by pop legend Cyndi Lauper and the hilarious, uplifting book written by four-time Tony winner, Harvey Fierstein , is coming to Nyon and it’s bringing glitter, powerhouse vocals, and a message that hits far beyond the stage. Running from 28 to 31 May at the Théâtre de Marens in Nyon, this is one of those productions that feels as much about community as it does about performance. GAOS has built a reputation for exactly that high-quality theatre, powered by local talent and a lot of heart. At the centre of it all is Lola . Doryan who plays Lols in the fabulous boots! Stepping Into Lola’s Heels We caught up with Doryan , who takes on the iconic role of Lola, a character known for commanding the stage with confidence, charisma, and just the right amount of attitude. So what was his first reaction when he found out he’d landed the role? “Oh my God, I was absolutely delighted. The actor playing Charlie, Nikolaï, is the one who told me about the auditions for the show. The minute I knew this was happening; I was dead set on landing this iconic role. So I had this whole buildup for months of listening to the Broadway recording and projecting myself in the character. So when I got the news I got the role, I was relieved and super excited to get started!” A Show That Stays With You Kinky Boots  has built its reputation as a feel-good musical, but beneath the big numbers and high heels is something more meaningful. The story follows Charlie Price, who inherits a struggling shoe factory and finds an unexpected partner in Lola, a performer in need of something very specific… sturdy stilettos. Together, they form an unlikely partnership that challenges expectations, identity, and what it means to belong. For Doryan, that message is what really matters. “This show is such a beacon of light and positivity. There are emotional moments but ultimately it’s an incredibly fun show with so much heart. The main message is to be yourself, unapologetically and I just hope the audience leaves the show feeling good about themselves.” The Heart of GAOS Is Community If you’ve ever been to a GAOS production, you’ll know,it’s not just about what happens on stage. These shows are built by a huge group of people working behind the scenes, from costumes and choreography to lighting and logistics. And that sense of shared effort is something the cast really feels. “One of the main reasons I was excited about this project was that I had been missing the sense of community that the performance arts bring and it has been such a joy to be surrounded by like-minded people. We are all working hard to put on the best possible show and having a blast while doing it. It doesn’t get much better than this.” What to Expect Big vocals. Big costumes. And moments that make you laugh, think, and look at things differentlyabout how you see things. With a soundtrack that blends pop, disco, and power ballads, Kinky Boots  is the kind of show that celebrates individuality and reminds you that sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is simply be yourself (awwwww). WIN Two Tickets to the Show! Thanks to our friends at GAOS, we’re giving away two tickets to the matinee performance on 30 May at 14:00 . To enter, simply answer this question: Who wrote the music and lyrics for Kinky Boots? Clue: she also wrote “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”… Deadline: Monday 18th May at midday when we’ll draw one winner at random. Good Luck! It’s bold, it’s fun, and it’s happening right here in Nyon. For tickets and show details, visit GAOS HERE .

There’s a point many people reach where consulting starts to feel like a real option. Maybe it’s alongside a full-time job. Maybe it’s between roles. Or maybe it’s that idea you’ve been sitting on for a while, quietly waiting for the “right time.” And then the questions start. How does it actually work in Switzerland? What’s allowed if you’re employed? How do invoicing and taxes work? And what happens if your clients are abroad? For many, it’s not the work itself that holds them back. It’s the admin. That’s exactly what this upcoming workshop in Nyon is designed to simplify. Henri Beerlaerts, your facilitator from Numeriq Payroll A Practical Session, Not Theory Hosted by Numeriq Payroll  and led by Henri Beelaerts, Consulting Admin Decoded  focuses on what people actually need to know to get started. No generic slides or vague advice. The session is built around real-life situations and questions that come up when you try to turn your skills into paid work. During the workshop, participants will: Work through real scenarios brought by attendees See live simulations showing how different setups affect income and taxes Understand how invoicing works in Switzerland Learn what’s legally possible while still employed Explore simple ways to work with Swiss and international clients Use practical tools to estimate what you actually take home It’s designed to give clarity quickly, without overcomplicating things. Who It’s For This isn’t just for full-time entrepreneurs. It’s for anyone exploring a more flexible way of working, including: Those considering consulting alongside their current role People between jobs looking at independent work Anyone building a side project or portfolio career Professionals in Switzerland unsure how to work with international clients Anyone confused by the admin side of going independent If you’ve ever thought “I could do this, but I don’t know how it works here,” this session is very much for you. How It Helps Switzerland offers plenty of opportunities for independent work, but the structure isn’t always obvious. Between legal considerations, tax implications, and different ways of setting yourself up, it’s easy to feel stuck before you even begin. What this workshop does well is strip it back. Instead of overwhelming you with options, it helps you understand what’s relevant to your situation and what your next step could realistically look like. The Clubhouse in central Nyon The Details Consulting Admin Decoded Wednesday 22 April 2026 09:00 – 11:30 The Clubhouse, Rue Nicole 3, Nyon CHF 55 A clear, practical session for anyone looking to turn their expertise into consulting work, without getting lost in Swiss admin. Read more about Numeriq Payroll in our articles below.

How to fill in your ballot without second-guessing yourself By now, your voting envelope may already be sitting on the kitchen table. Inside: multiple ballots, party lists, blank lines, and instructions that can feel... a little overwhelming at first glance. If you’ve ever opened a Swiss voting envelope and thought, “Right. Let me have a coffee before I tackle this.” (Definitely me.) You’re not alone. In Part I , we covered who can vote and the key dates for this spring’s municipal elections. In Part II, Bob Jenefsky walks us through the practical side: how to actually complete your ballot for the Nyon City Council and Municipalité without accidentally invalidating your vote. It’s not as complicated as it looks once you understand the logic behind it. Here’s how it works. Living in Nyon holds no affiliation with any political party. We offer space for candidates to share their perspectives for our readers. What’s in your voting envelope? If you are entitled to vote in the next round of municipal elections on Sunday, March 8, you will already have received your voting envelope. Inside, you’ll find slightly different materials depending on your status. If you are Swiss , your envelope includes: A booklet of ballots for the election to the Nyon City Council A ballot for the first round of the election to the Nyon government ( Municipalité ) A ballot for the cantonal by-election of a member of the cantonal government ( Conseiller·ère d’Etat ) A ballot for the federal referendum Official explanatory brochures If you are a non-Swiss resident eligible to vote , you will receive: The ballots for the Nyon City Council The ballot for the Nyon Municipalité In the sections below, we’ll focus on how to complete the two Nyon municipal ballots. Nyon City Council Election On March 8, voters will elect all 100 members of the Nyon City Council in a single go. This election is based on proportional representation . In simple terms, each party receives the number of seats that reflects its share of the total votes cast. Each voter has 100 votes (called “suffrages”)  to distribute, corresponding to the 100 seats to be filled. In your envelope, you’ll find: 7 numbered ballots (one for each party, see table below) 1 unnumbered ballot with 100 blank lines Photograph @ Michel Perret. Ville de Nyon Here’s how it works. Option 1: Vote for one party list as it stands You can give all 100 of your suffrages to a single party by simply placing one of the printed party ballots in the envelope without making any changes. In that case: The party receives 100 suffrages. Each candidate on that list receives one suffrage. Option 2: Support specific candidates on a party list If you are using a printed party ballot, you can personalise it slightly. You may: Write a candidate’s name a second time (but not a third). That candidate will receive two suffrages. Cross off the names of candidates you do not wish to support. In both cases, the party still receives 100 suffrages in total. How seats are allocated After voting closes on March 8, all suffrages are counted. Each party’s total suffrages are compared to the overall number of suffrages cast. Seats are then distributed proportionally. For example, if a party receives 22% of the total suffrages, it will receive 22 of the 100 seats. Once this has been established, the number of votes per candidate is tallied to determine which of the candidates actually get the seats, beginning with the candidate with the most suffrages . What if you want to vote across party lines? If you like candidates from more than one party, you have two options. Option 1: Use the blank ballot You can take the blank ballot and write in up to 100 candidate names by hand (including candidates whose names you’ve entered twice). A few important rules apply: You may only vote for official candidates (those listed on the 7 printed party ballots). Each party receives one suffrage for each of its candidates you include. If you list fewer than 100 names, you may also write the name and number of a single party in the upper right-hand corner of the ballot. That party will then receive the remaining suffrages needed to bring your total to 100. For example, if you write in 60 candidate names and indicate a party in the corner, that party will receive the remaining 40 suffrages. Option 2: Start with a printed party ballot and modify it You may also begin with one of the printed party ballots and then add candidates from other parties. In this case: For every candidate you add from another party, one suffrage is deducted from the 100 originally allocated to the party whose printed ballot you are using. The added candidate receives one suffrage for their own party. Important reminder Place only one City Council ballot in the envelope. Including more than one will disqualify your vote. Photograph @ Michel Perret. Ville de Nyon Election to the Nyon Municipalité (First Round) The election to the Municipalité works differently from the City Council vote. This is a majority election , not a proportional one. You will receive a single ballot listing the candidates. You may select up to seven candidates , as there are seven seats to be filled. Important rules: You may not choose more than seven candidates. You may not write a candidate’s name twice. If you select more than seven names, your ballot will be disqualified. In this first round, candidates obtaining the absolute majority of votes cast are elected. If not all seven seats are filled in the first round (which is often the case), a runoff election will take place on Sunday, March 29 , and the remaining seats will then be decided by relative majority. Be an informed voter! If you’d like to learn more about the parties and candidates standing in Nyon, you can find profiles and official information on the City of Nyon website at www.nyon.ch . Party representatives are also present on Saturday mornings at Place St-Martin . It’s an opportunity to ask questions, exchange views, and, yes, occasionally pick up a bit of cool swag along the way. Municipal elections shape everyday life in Nyon, from local schools and public spaces to transport and community services. Taking a few minutes to understand how your ballot works helps ensure your vote reflects your intentions. Happy voting on March 8. Robert (Bob) Jenefsky is an elected member of the Nyon City Council and president of the Parti Indépendant Nyonnais (www.independant.ch) . He is also co-founder of Nyon Business Forum, a business networking group established in 2017 ( www.nyonbusinessforum.ch ). Bob holds a PhD in Physics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne (EPFL).

On Sunday 8 March, Nyon residents voted to shape the city’s political landscape for the 2026–2031 legislature. Now that the results have been confirmed, including a late adjustment that shifted the balance in the council, we have a clearer picture of how the next five years will begin. But with no candidate elected to the Municipalité in the first round, the final outcome is still to come. Here’s what’s been decided, what’s still open, and what happens next. Photo: Michel Perret / City of Nyon / January 18, 2021 Two Votes, Two Roles In Nyon, voters were electing two separate bodies on the same day: The Municipalité (executive committee)  - the 7 people who run the city day to day The Conseil communal - a 100-member council that debates and approves decisions They work together, but they’re elected in two different ways. What’s Been Decided and What Hasn’t Voter turnout was just under 40%, which is fairly typical for local elections, but also a reminder that a relatively small portion of the population ultimately shapes the outcome. The Conseil communal (council)  which debates, questions, and votes on decisions, is now fully elected. The Municipalité , which takes action and executes those decisions, is still undecided. The Municipalité Is Still Open Unlike the council, the Municipalité is elected using a majority vote system . Candidates don’t just need to come first, they need to secure more than 50% of the votes  to be elected in the first round. In this election, several candidates came close: Alexandre Démétriadès (PS) 48.41% Pierre Wahlen (Les Vert·e·s) 46.69% Olivier Riesen (PLR) 44.92% But no one crossed that 50% threshold. What happens when no one reaches 50%? A second round is triggered. This is called a ballotage général , where: All seats remain open Candidates run again The final 7 members of the Municipalité are decided A second round of voting will take place on 29 March  to determine who fills these 7 seats. The results of the municipal election were announced at 4:30 p.m. by Ms. Muriel Cardinaux, President of the Municipal Council. Photo: Glenn Michel / City of Nyon / March 8, 2026 The Conseil Communal Final Results This is where we do have a clear outcome. Based on the final count, the council is now slightly more centre-right leaning . A Small Error… That Changed the Result One important detail emerged after election day. Around 200 ballots were initially miscounted, which led to a correction in the final results. The impact: The PLR gained additional seats The PS, Greens, and PIN each lost one seat The PLR became the largest party in the council A small administrative error, but one that shifted the political balance. What Happens Next All eyes now turn to the second round. Sunday 29 March → Final vote for the Municipalité This is the moment that will determine: Who leads the city How decisions are implemented The overall political direction of Nyon Because while the council sets the tone, the municipality drives the action. And with no clear winner in the first round, your vote still has a big role to play. These decisions will shape the everyday reality of living here from schools and infrastructure to culture, housing, and community life. For those who want to go deeper into the numbers and detailed results, you can find everything on the Ville de Nyon website.

Prangins Baroque - September 4th - 11th 2022.  A whole week of events for you all centred around Italian Baroque Music. 13 young artists of musicians and singers have been selected to train with an elite artistic team. The week will end with the young artists and their mentors performing together and presenting their work at two concerts in the beautiful courtyard of the Château de Prangins. The audience will be able to enjoy the masterpieces of Italian baroque composers such as Alessandro and Domenico Scarlatti, Archangelo Corelli, Agostino Steffani and Antonio Vivaldi in a historical environment of the baroque period! . They are also opening their doors to the public to watch these artists at work. You can go and see the young musicians as they research and experiment at various workshops, including a Harpsichord, Vocal and Baroque Dance Workshop. For the full programme and list of all the artists participating click here . The concerts will be held Saturday 10th September and Sunday 11th September 2022. Admission is free to the concerts but you must reserve your spot. You can do that here . Admission to the workshops is free and does not require a reservation. For more general information about the Château de Prangins, read our previous article here  @Château de Prangins

This Sunday 30th October, celebrate Halloween at the Château de Prangins . It's time to put on your scariest Halloween costume and join them for some tales, true and not so true, and of course - candy! Between 14:00 and 17:00. Adults CHF 10 and free admission for children up to the age of 16.  What's On 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 - Mais c’est monstrueux! A tale by Sylvie Nickbarte (age 4 years up) Every 30 mins (adults) - Guided tours of the history of witches in Switzerland Pumpkin Workshops every 30 mins (age 4 years up) Visits to poisonous plants in the vegetable garden (every 30 mins) During the history of witches tour, children can do activities throughout the day in the Salle du Potager. Balloon Sculpture Activity (all ages) Special Halloween stand at the Café du Château. Just a note that the program is in French but plenty of the tour guides do speak English.   @ Château de Prangins History of Witches in Switzerland It is estimated that around 10,000 people fell victim to the witch hunts in Switzerland.Between the 15th and 17th centuries, the phenomenon of the witch hunt mainly affected all of present-day Europe particularly Switzerland. In its history of witch hunts, Switzerland holds a special position since the duration of repression is the longest and  holds the record for indictments for this crime in proportion to its population. Swiss repression stretches from around 1420 to 1782, when the last so-called European witch was executed.With a population estimated at less than a million inhabitants around 1600, Switzerland killed up to twice as many witches and wizards as Germany, depending on its regions, ten times more than France and a hundred times more than Italy. The repression was particularly severe in the Pays de Vaud estimated where nearly 3,000 trials were heard and more than 2,000 people were executed. Anna Göldi, Glarus At the last witch trial in Western Europe, Anna, a single woman in her forties was executed in Glarus on 13th June 1782. Rehabilitated in 2008 and officially recognized as a victim, a museum in her name has been established. She is generally accepted as the last victim of the witch hunts in Switzerland and Western Europe. You can read more here from an article from the blog of the National Museum in Zurich. Michée Chauderon in Geneva Born in the village of Boège in Savoie ((Escalade Genevoise) around 1602, she lived in an idyllic natural environment and learnt the secrets of plants. At 20, she left for Geneva and was hired as a servant.  Accused of witchcraft she is thrown into prison, followed by her trial and execution. The last woman to be executed in Geneva, on April 6, 1652. Since 1997, there is a street with her name in Geneva - Chemin Michée-Chauderon. Discover much more on the Guided tours of the history of witches in Switzerland at the Château. Read more about the Château de Prangins here and we wish you a very spooky day out! Read more about the Château de Prangins and their birthday party offers here .

Nyon's neighbouring village of Prangins houses a national treasure - the Château de Prangins. It is the largest 18th century castle open to the public in Switzerland and is filled with Swiss History up to the present day. A Swiss National Museum since 1998 and one of only three in Switzerland, as well as the National Museum Zurich and the Forum of Swiss History Schwyz. Dedicated to showing us the diversity of Swiss identity through its range of exhibitions, it tells us the story of life in Switzerland in the 18th and 19th centuries, addressing artistic, cultural and social issues. Not only does the Château de Prangins offer permanent and temporary exhibitions, they also offer a host of other services. Read on to find out more. Grounds The Château de Prangins has extensive grounds including a park, meadow orchard and the largest historical kitchen garden in Switzerland. The Kitchen Garden is a permanent open-air exhibition.  It was created in the 1700s to feed the workers who built the Château and is now devoted to preserving traditional regional plants and showcasing domestic biodiversity. @Château de Prangins Tours Many of us wanting to learn more about the history and culture of Switzerland can be put off from visiting the museum because of a possible language barrier. Perhaps preferring instead to just walk the beautifully kept grounds. It may surprise some to know that the Château de Prangins is committed to widening their reach to visitors to create an inclusive experience. How? Well, by offering their services in multiple languages with English being a focal one. The Château de Prangins offer seven guided tours for the following exhibitions listed below. They have 14 tour guides available who speak a multitude of languages including French, German, Italian and English. Not only are their guided tours in English, there are also workshops in English. These include Dyeing with wild flowers and The magic of blue with various indigo plants for adults and Let the journey begin! A Fun Exhibition for Families, a permanent exhibition specially designed for children. Click here for more information. What is Switzerland? (from18.06.2022) Accrochage - Impressions végétales Ovid in the Jura The Kitchen Garden  Chintz. How a Fabric Conquered the World Let the journey begin! A Fun Exhibition for Families Noblesse Oblige! Life at a Château in the 18th Century Discovering the Enlightenment There is also an event for Swiss National Day (1st August) and admission will be free! @Château de Prangins Rooms for hire The Château has three very different rooms that can be hired for a conference meeting or a cocktail reception. All three spaces for hire offer something unique, you can check them out here . You can also combine your meeting or event with a guided tour, a creative workshop and a meal or apéro at the Café du Château. Salle des belles pierres Salle du Potager Salle de la tour @Château de Prangins Birthdays Why not celebrate a birthday at the Château? They offer bespoke, specially designed activities including fairytales and animations for ages 4-16 years old. You can tailor pick the workshop best suited to your child's age group. For more detailed information co ntact the Château de Prangins team directly at info.prangins@museenational.ch . Café du château Located in the former servants' wing the restaurant offers a seasonal menu. The historic Kitchen Garden provides the restaurant with vegetables, aromatic herbs and fruits for their menu of the day and desserts. The best part of the Café is the panoramic terrace with a stunning unlimited view over the extensive estate and Lac Léman. Perfect for a sunset apéro or Sunday Brunch.  @ Café du Château The Café du Château is also available for private bookings and is able to host 60 people inside and 150 people on the terrace. It makes the perfect venue for a cocktail reception or special dinner party. This should give you plenty of reasons to head over to the Château du Prangins and check out their exhibitions and everything else they have to offer. Visit their website for more information.

"China's Van Goghs", "The True Cost of Fashion" and "The Darjeeling Limited"  to be screened next week. The Château of Prangins (in collaboration with Nyon's Visions de Réel documentary film festiva l), will hold three open-air screenings on Thursday 30th August, Friday 31st August and Saturday 1st September at 20:45. These films will be screened in version originale (English) and will be sub-titled. Entry to each screening CHF10 including guided museum visit (see below). Tickets and more info here On Thursday 30th the film will be "China's Van Goghs" In 1989 in the village of Dafen in China there were 20 painters/workers copying oil paintings and making reproductions of famous artworks. Today there are over 10,000. This film was reviewed by Living in Nyon in 2017  and said it was "a fascinating look at the extraordinary life of these painters and of contemporary life in China". On Friday 31st the film will be "The True Cost of Fashion" by Andrew Morgan. See trailer below. on Saturday the film will be "The Darjeeling Limited". Before each screening, for those interested, at 19:00 there will be a guided tour of the current exhibition at the château entitled "Indiennes. Un tissu révolutionne le monde !" "Chintz, a material that changed the world".  There will also be a brief presentation of each film by a representative of the Visions du Réel.