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Gardening Joy with Hester Macdonald: Festive Workshops & More
If you’re passionate about plants or simply enjoy the magic of transforming spaces with greenery, Hester Macdonald is a name to know. As a garden designer, writer, journalist, and founder of the Swiss Gardening School, Hester has dedicated her career to inspiring gardeners of all levels. Based in Nyon, her school offers short, hands-on courses […]
Lights, Festive Delights and Christmas Magic in Nyon this December
As December dates start to fill up with holiday gatherings and year-end celebrations, Nyon is getting ready to bring the festive spirit to life. From magical light displays to vibrant neighborhood events and Christmas markets – here’s everything happening in and around town. IllumiNyon Events Immerse yourself in the magic of IllumiNyon with captivating fire […]
November Insurance Tips to Help you Save Big with Generali’s Expert Advice.
Your Insurance Check-Up and Why November Matters As the days grow colder and the year winds down, it’s time for your friendly reminder: November is Switzerland’s insurance review month. Whether you’re chasing better deals or adjusting your coverage, now is the time to act. In previous articles, we’ve shared tips on how to simplify your […]
Fancy joining a group French program this summer?
Tired of ready made French programs where you feel spoon-fed and you never work on what you really need? You gotta try Prêt à Parler’s Summer Intensive Online Group Program! Thank you to Isabelle Nicolas for providing us with the information! Discover a wholesome experience where learning French is not only about grammar, spelling, and […]
Nyon Welcomes Its First Dog Park
Exciting news for dog lovers in and around Nyon! This town has just become even more pet-friendly with the inauguration of its first dedicated dog space. Located behind the station, next to the Martinet car park, this new enclosure is part of a larger public park area equipped with wooden tables, benches, and a grill, […]
Simplifying Your Insurance Journey with Generali
Understanding the world of insurance can be daunting, especially in Switzerland where coverage is mandatory and can often involve unfamiliar complex French terminology. If you are new to the language or still learning, it can be even more challenging. Even those with a good grasp of French can miss important details in the translation, which […]
Explore Nyon’s Hiking Trails with the Nyon:Guide App
If you’re new to the region, a hiking enthusiast, or simply eager to explore the area with friends and family, the La Côte Tourism Office app Nyon:Guide is your perfect companion. The app is free and available to download on the Apple and Play Store with an option to work offline to save you from […]
Brunch Bliss: Nyon’s Top 3 Cafés to fuel your morning.
A thank you to Sally Freedman for this article. Looking for the ultimate brunch experience in Nyon? Here are some of our favourite places. We’ve picked our top three brunch spots that promise to tantalize your taste buds. Tête de Course Located five minutes’ walk from Nyon station, Tête de Course offers a brunch experience like […]
Back to Basics with Generali. A Guide to Basic Insurance and the 3rd Pillar Pension Plan
Navigating the world of insurance might feel like a tedious task, with endless phone calls and hold times that seem to last a lifetime. Well, things are changing, thanks to Cheyen Caron and the team at Generali Insurance in Nyon. They aim to redefine this experience, putting customers at the forefront and emphasizing a personal […]
Exploring Nyon’s Hidden Treasures: A Family Adventure through Geocaching
Nyon is not only known for its stunning landscapes but also offers a unique and exciting outdoor activity for families – geocaching. Geocaching is a modern-day treasure hunt that combines technology with exploration, making it an ideal adventure for families with kids in the Nyon area. Geocaching is a global outdoor recreational activity using a […]
Raclette vs. Fondue – A Cheese Showdown and Big Winter Comfort Food Debate
With the ever-shorter days and insistent (but much needed!) rain, our attention also turns to that age-old question – Raclette or Fondue? When it comes to indulging in a gooey, melty cheese experience, it’s between these two classic contenders competing for the top spot! Sorry Malakoff and Tartiflette but neither of you quite make the […]
Explore Château de Prangins: From Winter Gardening Tips to the Swiss Press Photo 23 Exhibition
Get ready to spruce up your winter garden routine this Sunday at the Château de Prangins, as the garden curator Stéphane Repas Mendes, dishes out invaluable gardening advice in two engaging guided tours. From soil cover to stubborn weed remedies, the tours are filled with practical insights and expert guidance. In the Vegetable Garden: Winter […]
The Perfect Day Trip from Nyon: Exploring Lavaux via Chexbres, Saint Saphorin and Montreux
Thank you to Sally Freedman for writing a follow up article to the wonderful 48 hours in Nyon: a fairytale location. Now giving us some more gems that are just a train or boat ride away from Nyon. Are you ready to embark on a picturesque day trip from Nyon that combines breathtaking scenery, delicious […]
Looking for a new job? Let us look at your process but with an authentic twist.
The Swiss job market is not always easy to navigate. Join the free Living in Nyon workshop for our readers as we look at the job search process a little differently! We all know we need a strong CV, great interviewing skills and some good negotiation tactics. But what about looking at them a little […]
48 hours in Nyon: An adorable fairy tale location
Thank you to Sally Freedman for writing this wonderful article on Nyon, giving us some gems and local experiences not to be missed and that can all be done in just 48 hours. Nyon is a picturesque town nestled along the shores of Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman) just 15 minutes from Geneva by train […]
The Nyon Tourist Office is your one-stop summer shop for discovering activities in the region.
In case you’re looking for some ideas of things to do this summer, the best local resources for inspiration is the Nyon Tourist Office. They have information on events available with all the necessary links and contacts. You can find the full overview here or download the PDF format if that is easier for you. […]
Docs away and want to skip the emergency room? The Medical Clinic in Nyon has you covered.
For most of us summertime means holidays and this is the same for our medical professionals too. But what happens when an unexpected medical issue comes up that we would normally see our doctor for? We do really need someone to take a look at us or our children but it’s also not as urgent […]
Beat the heat and discover the museum marvels of Nyon.
With Europe in the midst of a heatwave as well as the height of summer, it is important to find ways to cool down and keep cool. One fun and cultural way to do that and something Nyon has in abundance, is visit Museums. Our humble town of 23, 00 inhabitants boasts three exceptional and […]
A Glimpse into the Early Stats of our Survey
Thank you readers for joining in on the conversation – we have had a fantastic response to our survey so far. We are excited to share with you the initial results (still a couple of weeks left to share your opinion with us). We want to keep bringing you content that is relevant to you […]
Perdtemps car park closed for the children’s end of school year parade.
The children of Nyon will finish the school year next Thursday 29th June 2023 with the Children’s Festival or Fête des Enfants! There will be a procession with 1P to 6P school kids from schools in Nyon starting at 17:40 at the Perdtemps Car Park and finishing back there at 18:15. It is a lovely […]
Splish-Splash without the Scratch – How to Avoid Duck Fleas this Summer.
I had a fun and relaxing weekend spent at the Nyon plage, swimming in the fresh, cool waters of the lake, it was as perfect as it could be. Well almost. Until the onset of very red and very itchy spots. What was it? Yes you guessed it – the dreaded duck fleas or puces […]
A fun challenge to help support local businesses
The Ville de Nyon have just this week launched a fun initiative where we can support local businesses and have the chance to win a few prizes for ourselves. Using a mobile app, you can scan QR codes in participating stores and have a chance to win Only Nyon vouchers. From June 16 to July […]
Your opinion matters to us! Take our quick survey on Living in Nyon.
Every so often it is important for us to check in with you to make sure that the Living in Nyon website is still bringing you content that you enjoy and are interested in. We have a quick 5 minute survey for you to complete with simple and easy questions that will help us better […]
Find your flow with this book on professional fulfillment.
How do we find fulfillment and happiness in our work and in our lives? Find your flow is the book coming to the rescue to help us find some answers. Thank you to John Zimmer, co-author of “Find your Flow” for sharing this information! What’s the book about? Born from a question the authors asked […]
There was no wasting any time on the Living in Nyon, Hublot Tour
Nyon is home to Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot and the Living in Nyon team, along with ten of our readers, were given exclusive access for a guided tour mostly reserved for clients or watchmakers within the industry. Background Renowned for its innovative and cutting-edge designs, Hublot was founded in 1980 by Carlo Crocco. A relative […]
So who is Nyon’s newest member of the Municipality Executive Body?
After the second round of voting in the Nyon by-election, the winning candidate is Oliver Riesen of PLR. Les Libéraux-Radicals who narrowly beat out his opponent Valérie Mausner Léger of Les Vert.es. The two candidates went head to head for the seat left by the resignation of Elise Buckle of Les Vert.e.s back in November […]
Festival du Film Vert 2023
The Green Film Festival is back for its 18th edition. This growing festival will take place in nearly 80 towns across Switzerland and France including all the French-speaking cantons with more than 400 screenings of around 50 films. It will start on 4th March until 9th April 2023. The Festival brings us an exciting programme […]
The results of the by-election means there will be a round two.
The Nyon by-election took place on Sunday 5th February for the public to vote for one of six candidates to join the Municipality, the executive body of Nyon. This special election was held to replace the seat left by the resignation of Elise Buckle of Les Vert.e.s back in November 2022. Copyright – Ville de […]
Why are we voting and who is eligible to vote? Breaking down the Nyon By-Election.
There is a buzz in the air around town at the moment and it’s not just down to the New Year, New Me feeling – it’s actually for elections! You may have noticed the posters plastered on billboards of the potential candidates, received campaign leaflets, read the local newspapers or seen the debates on local […]
Attention all green thumbs! There are still vacant spots in the vegetable garden for the 2023 season.
What better way to start 2023 than by getting back to nature and cultivating your very own vegetable garden, with the added support of market gardeners and the Au-Potager Association committee. Located in the fields of Bois-Bougy, this community garden with its turnkey concept, allows you to maintain your own plot of land, cultivate your […]
Indiv Yoga Founder Charlie Stewart-Brown shares her journey to yoga, meditation and mindfulness.
Nyonnaise and self-proclaimed introvert Charlie Stewart-Brown is the founder of Indiv Yoga Switzerland and has dedicated her life to bringing yoga and meditation to the world. Read more about Charlie in our interview below. We met at the local Portuguese Bakery Bessa. Fitting, as Charlie herself is half-Portuguese and a regular there. She gave us […]
And one more makes 23 thousand for 2023 and the population of Nyon.
We wish all our readers a very Happy New Year! After a fantastic break, we are back and will continue to bring you articles about this wonderful town of Nyon and the surrounding region. So, to start us off, we have some charming news from the Ville de Nyon – announcing that the population of […]
Nyon’s Christmas Market opens Thursday 8th December.
Nyon’s Christmas Market kicks off Thursday 8th December 2022. Brought to you by the SIC Nyon Merchants Association, the market will be lighting up the town centre at the Place Bel-Air, Rue de la Gare and Place du Château. There will be a host of activities happening up until it closes on Christmas Eve. An […]
L’Échappée Jurassienne, an epic 352km 18 day hike with the grand finish in Nyon
L’Échappée Jurassienne is an itinerant hike that starts in the city of art and history, Dole in the French Jura and then travels more than 350 km to finish in Nyon. This hike covers a total distance of 352km with a positive elevation of 10,800 meters and a negative elevation of 11,400 meters. This great […]
The great projects the Nyon tourist office have been working on this year.
We all know and love the Nyon tourist office. A brilliant resource for when we need ideas for activities to do in the region. But what have they been up to behind the scenes this year? Well, two big developments took place in 2022. L’Échappée Jurassienne Nyon has joined 10 other Swiss communes to become […]
Christmas fun is on its way, not to mention Santa’s sleigh!
This wonderful region knows how to do Christmas and celebrate all things festive. It kicks off this weekend with the Montreux Christmas Market. Montreux Christmas Market – 18th – 24th December 2022 There is no better way to experience the magic of Christmas then at the Montreux Christmas Market. 150 beautifully decorated chalet stalls set […]
A fixure of the Nyon Café Scene for just over 10 years – Celebrate La Roulotte!
La Roulotte, a fixture of the Nyon café scene for 10 years now is located by the Nyon Train Station (North Side). It’s a great meeting spot to take some moments to enjoy fresh, seasonal food and drinks all year round. It’s also in the perfect place to grab a drink before or after a […]
Halloween at the Château de Prangins has witches, their stories and more spooky delights.
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 10CHF and free admission for children up to the age of 16. What’s On […]
Local Football Coverage: FC Stade Nyonnais vs FC Rapperswil-Jona
A big thank you to Alex Taylor for writing up a match report for the recent game on 15th October 2022 between FC Stade Nyonnais vs FC Rapperswil-Jona. The game was held at Colovray Sports Centre. Poor defending, lacklustre countering and a lack of momentum saw Nyon suffer a monumental loss to Swiss-German side Rapperswil-Jona. […]
Atelier9 and Ex-Machina – from flying and finance to coworking and coffee.
Following on from the origin story of Ex-Machina and Atelier9 last week, here is the story about their founders and what led them through a big career change to where they are now. Many of us experience times where we no longer feel aligned with what we are doing and what makes us happy. It […]
Atelier9 and Ex-Machina on bringing a change in dynamics to Nyon.
Thank you to Roland Schaller from Atelier9 Coworking and Rui Narciso from Ex-Machina Café for a great chat and insights into how you both built up your businesses here in Nyon. Ex-Machina and Atelier9 stand side by side for a reason – together they shifted Nyon dynamics! There are many similarities and interesting synergies between […]
Looking for a venue for a children’s birthday party? Why not a castle?
If you are looking for a venue for your child’s birthday, why not consider the Château de Prangins? It has a great offering for birthday parties all year round with interesting activities available. How many people can say that they celebrated their birthday at an 18th century castle turned Swiss National Museum? They offer bespoke, […]
All things EAT! for Swiss Castle Day this Sunday 2nd October at the Château de Prangins
With all the rainy weather recently, here is an idea of a great activity to do this coming Sunday 2nd October. It’s all about EATING at the Château de Prangins for Swiss Castle Day. Taking place between 10:00 and 17:00, the best part, admission is free! Read on for more information on what’s happening on […]
The Swiss cows are coming down from their Jura mountain pastures to St-Cergue.
The 35th edition of Désalpe de St-Cergue is happening tomorrow up in Saint-Cergue from 8h – 17:30h. A lovely Swiss tradition of when the cows, that have been up in the Jura mountain pastures throughout the summer come back down the mountain in preparation for winter. A procession of cows adorned with colourful, floral headdresses […]
Building community with the Local de Quartier du Stand in the North of Nyon
The completion of the EcoQuartier du Stand earlier in the year saw a stream of residents moving into the new apartments. With it, a sense of community emerging for those who live in the northern most part of town. To support and foster this new community, La Local de Quartier at Chemin des Tines 3A […]
US citizens, it is time to vote. Join a training session in voter assistance.
Thank you to Lisa-Anne Jepson for providing us with this article! For the upcoming US Midterm elections on Tuesday, 8th November, the presidency is not on the ballot but they are still vitally important. They will elect one-third of the 100 US senators (who serve six-year terms) and all 435 members of the House of […]
Calling all contemporary Swiss jazz lovers this weekend
Literally bringing jazz to the people this weekend here in Nyon, the 8th edition of the Jazz au Peuple Festival is taking place this Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd September 2022 at the Town Hall. Putting a spotlight on contemporary Swiss Jazz music artists and making it accessible for all with free admission and no […]
The Secret Rose Garden – Last chance to experience La Roseraie in Nyon for this year.
This week is your last chance for this year to see, smell and enjoy the Nyon Rose Garden, la Roseraie de Bois-Bougy, tucked away behind the Nyon Tennis Club. This garden was established a few years ago to trial new varieties of roses and culminates in an annual rose competition. According to the organisers, ‘such […]
Don’t forget to drink responsibly with the last milk producer in Nyon
With the exceptional heat we experienced this summer, the climate crisis is hard to deny. It may be difficult to imagine a green Mont Blanc but that time could come sooner than we think. Whilst it can all seem like doom and gloom and just too bloomin’ hot, there are many small ways that the […]
It’s La Rentrée!
The summer holidays are slowly coming to an end and children are heading back to school this week. Many of us are also returning from breaks away refreshed and ready to go. La rentrée is the perfect time to ease ourselves (yes, us too) back into a routine and also start looking and planning ahead […]
Happy Swiss National Day 2023 to all of our readers!
This Tuesday 1st August is Swiss National Day – an official National Holiday since 1994. It celebrates the day in 1291 that the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden signed the Letter of Confederation, pledging to help each other in the case of an attack. There are many ways of celebrating this day throughout […]
Take a relaxing break at Café Agnès in the heart of Schilliger’s Tropical Greenhouse
Café Agnès is tucked away inside the tropical greenhouse of the Schilliger Garden Centre in Gland. The perfect place to take a break in a relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by lush greenery. Where does the name Cafe Agnès come from? It was named after Agnès Schilliger who, along with husband Maurice Schilliger founded the store in […]
Spring Market in Nyon on 4th June. Open Cellars in Vaud on the 4th and 5th.
Two events coming up in Vaud this weekend. It’s the Spring Market in Nyon on Saturday 4th from 08:00-18:00. Stalls, events, music, and even a chance to take a Zumba class (in Place Bel-Air) at 11:00! Over in the lovely vineyards, it’s Caves Ouvertes on Saturday the 4th and Friday 5th June. It’s a great […]
Want to learn more about the Château de Prangins? Take a tour as you explore.
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 […]
Did you move to Switzerland for love? Let us find out more.
Did you move to Switzerland for love? Or follow a spouse or partner who had a job here? Well Erica Chew Howard, a psychologist at ZHAW, School of Applied Psychology in Zürich wants to know more! Erica is also a PhD-student at the University of Basel, Division of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. A daughter and […]
Walking for Ukraine, from the breakfast table to the end of the Toblerone Trail.
More than 16’500 CHF was raised for the response of Médecins Sans Frontières in Ukraine by local walkers along the Toblerone Trial in Gland! Over the weekend of 19th-20th March 2022, 73 local residents (and four dogs) joined together for a fundraising walk along the symbolic Sentier des Toblerones in Gland. Raising 16,500 CHF (as […]
Next in Nyon – Week 1st to 8th April edition
Our weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the weeks ahead. Easter Market 2- 3rd April The Marché de Pâques is this weekend down by the lake. There will be […]
Spring has officially sprung as the Tulip Festival in Morges begins.
The 52nd edition of the Tulip Festival in Morges is back for 2022 and this year’s theme is Numbers and Letters. Enjoy the colourful displays up until the 8th May. The Association Morges Fleur du Léman organise the Tulip Festival and Dahlia Festival every year. Thousands of stunning flowers including daffodils, narcissi and irises are planted in […]
Schilliger offers a Gardening Game-Changer with Landscaping Service.
The Schilliger Garden Centre is offering extensive landscaping services, a definite gardening game-changer! So, how would you define a landscaper? Well, someone who understands the soil and can adapt the vegetation to the requirements of the environment and of their clients, creating a place of peace and harmony for the body and the spirit. Damien, […]
Looking for office space in the centre of Nyon?
Well look no further! Atelier 9 has rapidly become THE coworking and office space in Nyon. And there are still a few private offices available at the Place du Château as of March or for a later date. Don’t miss this opportunity! Benefit from a 14 m2 office that can host up to three people. […]
Musical Theatre in Nyon 3-6 March – All profit towards Ukrainain refugees
“One for the Boys”, a musical theatre show will be performed by the Geneva Amateur Operatic Society, in English in Nyon on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th March at 20:00, on Saturday 5th at 19:00 and on Sunday at 14:00 at the Théâtre de Marens. All profits from this show will be donated to help […]
Living in Nyon, our story so far..
As the we settle in to 2022, we thought it would be the perfect moment to give our readers a reminder of our story so far and a little behind-the-scenes peak at Living in Nyon and some of the recent changes that have been happening. The Living in Nyon site was created in 2009 by […]
Everything you need to know about the Nyon Tourism Office
We are all familiar with the Nyon tourist office and the fantastic work they do in the region. Now it’s time to take a look behind the scenes and really get to know them better! Their mission A non-profit association, Nyon Region Tourisme’s main objective is to promote and encourage tourism in the area. They […]
Nyon real estate: What to do with my property?
When it comes to selling a property, there are so many questions to ask and answer and the amount of information available can be overwhelming. This article breaks some of it down for you. Many thanks to Harriet Kibbe for continuing to provide us with developments of the local Nyon Real Estate in real-time! She […]
Top Tax Tips
What do we do now that 2021 is fast fading into a distant memory? Well, we look ahead to the next exciting event … Tax declarations! Perhaps you are a Swiss babe, born with a working knowledge of the Swiss tax system and you are ready to get started. Or, like the large majority of […]
Next in Nyon: week 28th Jan – 4th Feb
Our weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the weeks ahead. Escape Room at the Château 17-19 February There is a new escape room event Crime d’Absinthe at the Château de Nyon. […]
Who will you be at the end of 2022?
The turn of the year is often a natural reflection point to pause and do some self-evaluation or set intentions for the year ahead. To ask yourself, how did I develop last year? What made me feel purposeful? Where will I be at the end of 2022? If you are at a pivotal moment in […]
Next in Nyon: week 13th to 19th December 2021
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Each week, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the weeks ahead. Marché de Noël From December 16th to 24th the Christmas Market in Nyon invites you to take […]
St. Nicholas is on his way
An important date in the Christmas Calendar for many of our readers is 6th December — St. Nicholas’ Day. This patron saint is known under many different guises, Agios Nicolaos in Greece, Samichlaus in Swiss German, Svyatoy Nikolay in Russia and Sinterklaas in Dutch. The story goes that Saint Nicholas was a bishop from Myra […]
Next in Nyon: week 29th November to 5th December
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Each week, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the weeks ahead. Noël au coeur des Vignes – Domaine Beauregard Le Domaine Beauregard, a family owned winery located in […]
Next in Nyon: week 22nd to 28th November
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Each week, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the weeks ahead. Cinderella Musical Theatre Experience the magic and fun of Alan P. Frayn’s traditional pantomime with the production […]
Next in Nyon: week 15th to 21st November
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. At the start of each week, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the week ahead. Christmas Parade – Bô Nöel – Lausanne From November 18, go to the […]
Journée des Arts 2021
Nyon ART DAY is back Tomorrow, Saturday 6th November, Nyon celebrates its Art Day to promote the development, cultural diffusion and enjoyment of art. It will be open doors in all local galleries and art spaces, museums & ateliers d´artistes. Journée des Arts is a small association of volunteers that work on ¨opening art for […]
Diwali, The Festival of Lights
This region is home to many culturally rich and diverse communities; embracing and learning about other cultures brings us together and we have many associations representing the different nationalities living here. One of which is the Indian diaspora. For the millions of Indians living away from India, celebrating Diwali is a way to stay connected […]
Paléo line up for 2022 revealed on 23rd November! Tickets on Sale 1st December
The line-up for Paléo will all be revealed in twenty days time, on the 23rd November! Tickets on sale 1st December. New to the area and not sure what Paléo is? It is one of the biggest open air music festivals in Switzerland and one of the most important music festivals in Europe, and next year […]
Children’s Atlas of Switzerland – Fun facts and maps in English
Recently published Cartographica Helvetica is a great new atlas for children packed with fun and interesting information about this lovely country. With lovely illustrations and lots of content including: Swiss innovations and inventions, flora and fauna, “what we eat”, with food facts about the different cantons. Who knew that Bern and Vaud produce over half […]
Next in Nyon: week 1st to 6th November
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. At the start of each week, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the week ahead. ALL AROUND GENEVA – Nyon tour This Saturday 6th, Debra Kinson, founder of […]
Next in Nyon: week 25th – 31st October
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Every Monday, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the week ahead. IT’S HALLOWEEN! 31st October, a spooky date celebrated in many countries and now more and more in […]
Next in Nyon – week 18th to 24th October
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Every Monday, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the week ahead. MURDER PARTY at Musée du Léman This Thursday check out the murder party at Musée du Léman. […]
Covid Update
October half term break is fast approaching and many of us have plans to travel, some visiting friends and family for the first time since the pandemic hit. Over the last 18 months we have learnt to navigate the ever changing rules both here in Switzerland and abroad. Here is a snapshot of some more […]
Next in Nyon – week 11th -17th October 2021
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Every Monday, Next in Nyon brings you ideas of things to do for the week ahead. PUMPKIN SEASON KICKS-OFF Autumn is pumpkin season. Take advantage of the autumnal weather and head over to […]
Festival du Film Vert
Festival du Film Vert The 16th edition of the Green Film Festival is here in Nyon this week. Presenting documentary screenings and events with debates on all things climate change, health, environment and sustainable development. The festival will be held at Ferme du Manoir, situated right in the heart of town at the Place du […]
Next in Nyon, week 4th – 10th October 2021
Festival du Film Vert The 16th edition of the Green Film Festival introduces exciting and informative documentary screenings and events, presenting and debating on climate change, health, environment and sustainable development. Two movies will be held in English: Kiss the ground and The Kingdom – How Fungi made our world. Ferme du Manoir, 7th – 10th October. […]
ATELIER 9 has a new formal meeting room
ATELIER 9 has a new formal, high-tech meeting room on offer! Looking for a space to hold a meeting or host a discussion? Alongside the co-working space at ATELIER 9 there is now a brand new meeting room available to rent. Atelier 9 is offering a more formal style of meeting room close to the […]
Next in Nyon
Our new weekly feature where you can find out about upcoming events and any latest news in Nyon and the surrounding area. Every Monday Next in Nyon brings you ideas for the week ahead. Château de Prangins For all you video game enthusiasts, make the most of the wet bank holiday weather and check out […]
Happy Swiss National Day! Official celebration on Sunday 1st August in Nyon
The official ceremony of Swiss National Day will take place at the Esplanade des Marronniers in Nyon at 20:30. The ceremony will begin with a musical overture, followed by the reading of the Federal Pact, the patriotic prayer, a message from Pastor Kevin Bonzon on behalf of the churches in Nyon, a speech by Madame […]
Football Frenzy in Nyon and across Switzerland
If you hadn’t worked it *out by now, the reason for the noise around Nyon on Monday night was due to the Swiss national football team beating France in the Euros 2020 in a stunning game with a match went to penalties. Switzerland hasn’t been this far in a major football/soccer cup competition since 1954! […]
Do you speak tax?
Filing tax returns in Switzerland as an international person can feel like trying to navigate a maze. Luckily some people “speak tax” and can guide us through the fiscal world. I had the pleasure of interviewing Christine Ledure, managing partner of taxadvice. They are located in the heart of Nyon and specialise in international tax […]
Nyon elections bring major changes to local government
The photo below is of one of the many posters that were around the town reminding citizens to vote in the local Nyon elections. This poster says “Vote for the future of Nyon”. The votes are now in and there are some changes in the town/city government as a result. Read about the details and […]
LIN behind the scenes: Association, the website and our partners
The year got off to a quick start We have been busy with the Living in Nyon website and thoroughly enjoying it! A little behind the scenes article to keep you updated and offer a view of what we get up to, for those of you who are curious (like I always am :-)). The […]
Bargain hunting just became a solidarity action. Don’t miss out!
The “bons solidaires” is a system of vouchers the Municipality of Nyon has introduced to support local businesses. For every voucher purchased, there is a 15% discount on the value, whilst paying an additional 5% to the business. For example for a voucher worth CHF 100, you purchase it for CHF 85 and the business […]
Play an online Games tournament Sun 21st March. Discover Games developed in Switzerland
Online games tournament of Hearthstone (in English) on Sunday 21st March 2021 from 09:00 -18:00 Free participation, registration necessary. Cash prizes! Details here Plus – Play Asteroids and Space Invaders on arcade game machines and discover some of the video games that have been developed in Switzerland at Games, the new temporary exhibition at the […]
Candles for Corona victims in Nyon
Last night, March 9th, a display of candles was lit in front of the municipality building in Nyon to honour those lost to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. A group of local citizens lit 25 candles in order to pay tribute to the memory of the deceased during the pandemic with each candle […]
ATELIER 9 expands it’s coworking offer with 6 new private offices in a new location
Nyon’s coworking, ATELIER 9 has opened up a new location with private offices on the Place du Chateau! During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant rise in demand for private offices where small businesses could come to work together without the risk of larger infections in the open-space. More information on the trends the […]
The Municipality of Nyon comes to the rescue of local businesses
The Municipality submits CHF 500’000.- in funds to support its small and medium-sized companies. In a press release on the 8th of March, it expresses its concern over the local economy. COVID-19 triggered a crisis starting in March 2020. It has had major repercussions on the businesses and their capacity to operate and generate income. […]
Community café and thrift shop – go on a treasure hunt!
There is a new “Community Café” it’s a new charity second-hand shop located in the Maison de Quartier La Redoute, Nyon. A place to meet, exchange and find some hidden treasures. Thank you to Linnann Muhlemann for the information and the initiative. Her efforts allowed her to make a donation of CHF1’000.- to Compassion International. […]
Prangins is awarded the “Wakker Prize” 2021
Every year, the Swiss Heritage Society selects a swiss municipality as the winner of its “Wakker Prize”. The decision is based on the development and preservation of architectural heritage. Let’s take a closer look at our neighbouring village, or one that is home to many of our readers. The Federal Inventory of Built Sites (ISOS) […]
Inside Switzerland – Integrating
Next up in this series is integration. What efforts are useful to make? The good news is; liking local wine and cheese counts! Yes! This informative series of short articles: “Inside Switzerland” is brought to Living in Nyon thanks to Jon Wyler. It gives us some insight into our wonderfully complex and highly efficient country. […]
Are you voting on the 7th of March?
Some 90’000 foreign nationals are eligible to vote in local elections in Vaud. Are you one of them? Here’s why you should exercise your right. Thank you to Evren Kiefer who is on the Green party’s list for the conseil communal. He has provided Living in Nyon with this article that provides a clear overview […]
