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Lavaux Vineyard Terraces

Steep terraced vineyards above Lake Geneva, a World Heritage landscape.

UNESCO World Heritage about 4 h

For storytellers

Why Lavaux Vineyard Terraces matters

East of Lausanne, vineyards cling to steep slopes above the lake in walls that date back centuries. Walking paths and trains thread through villages like Cully and Lutry, with views of the water and the French Alps. Wine tasting stops are everywhere.

Talking points

  • Terraces have been farmed for centuries.
  • Trails link small wine villages.
  • Lake views are constant on the walk.

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