Audio Guide of Lausanne Cathedral

The cathedral is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (October-March until 7:30 PM). No reservation is required for a general visit, but there may be restrictions during religious services. For updated hours, visit the official website.

Admission is free, although donations for maintenance are appreciated. Only access to the tower is charged: CHF 5 for adults / CHF 2 for students. Check for changes on the website.

Between 1 and 1.5 hours, including the interior, architectural details, and the tower climb (226 steps). If you attend organ concerts or want to explore historical details in depth, allow up to 2 hours.

It is Switzerland's main Gothic monument (built between 1170 and 1235) and an episcopal seat. It is especially notable for its rose window with 105 stained-glass panels and the 'Lausanne mosquito' in the organ. The Lausanne Agreement took place here in 1529 during the Protestant Reformation.

Early mornings outside the tourist season (November-March). July and August are busier. On Tuesdays and Saturdays at 6:00 PM, you can enjoy free concerts on the Rhineland organ (5,000 pipes).

The main nave is accessible, but the tower has 226 steps and no elevator. The main entrance has ramps. For specific details, contact +41 21 316 71 60 or visit the website.

Within 5 minutes: Lausanne Old Town, the Palais de Rumine with its museums, and the Cathedral Terraces for views over Lake Geneva. Within a 15-minute walk: the Olympic Museum and the Ouchy waterfront by the lake.

1) Wear comfortable shoes for climbing the tower. 2) Visit on Wednesdays or Saturdays at midday to see the market at Place de la Palud. 3) In December, don't miss the medieval Christmas market in the surrounding area. 4) Use the mobile audio guide to discover hidden details.