Timeline
06:58
Grab a warm pastry or coffee to go. Fleur de Pains opens at 06:00, giving you plenty of time before the sun rises.
07:23
Walk to Aquatis. The aquarium is open from 10:00 in winter, but you can enjoy the exterior architecture and the quiet morning atmosphere outside while sipping your coffee.
08:13
Head to Sauvabelin tower. This viewpoint faces WSW, aligning perfectly with the sunrise direction. Climb the 35-meter wooden tower to watch the sun break over Lausanne.
08:43
After soaking in the golden light, return to Fleur de Pains for a proper sit-down breakfast or a second coffee. The morning light is perfect here as the city begins to stir.
Local tip
The walk from Aquatis to Sauvabelin tower takes about 26 minutes. Wear warm layers as the morning air near the water can be chilly in January.
Check before you go
- Fleur de Pains is open daily from 06:00.
- Aquatis is closed until 10:00 in winter, so plan to view the exterior before then.
- Check the metro M2 schedule if you need transport to Vennes station.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Lausanne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).