Vaud - Wikipedia
Vaud is the third-largest Swiss canton by population and fourth by size. It is located in Romandy, the French-speaking western part of the country, and borders the canton of Neuchâtel to the north, the cantons of Fribourg and Bern to the east, the canton of Valais to the south, the canton of Geneva to the south-west, and France to the west.
Cantons of Switzerland - Wikipedia
Each canton of the Old Swiss Confederacy, formerly also Ort ('lieu/locality', from before 1450), or Stand ('estate', from c. 1550), was a fully sovereign state with its own border controls, army, and currency from at least the Treaty of Westphalia (1648) until the establishment of the Swiss federal state in 1848, with a brief period of ...
Vaud | Switzerland Tourism & History | Britannica
The present canton of Vaud was set up and joined the Swiss Confederation in 1803; a popular liberal constitution was achieved in 1831 (modified and revised in 1845, 1861, and 1885). In the 19th century, Vaud joined the anti-Jesuit movement, opposed the Sonderbund (separatist league of Catholic cantons), and accepted the new constitution of 1848 ...
Canton of Vaud - Switzerland Tourism
Canton Vaud, situated in the Lake Geneva Region, extends from the peaceful Jura Mountains up to the fascinating Vaudoise Alps and along crystal–clear and majestic lakes that blend into the authentic charm of the landscape.
VAUD - Accueil
Dive into the heart of the Canton of Vaud, a region where know-how, innovation and passion combine to offer you an exceptional experience. With its stunning landscapes between lakes and mountains, you’ll find the freedom to explore an area rich in opportunities.
Canton of Vaud: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
Located in the southwestern part of Switzerland, in its French-speaking part between Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel, the Canton of Vaud is a vacation destination where life is good. Easily accessible thanks to the proximity of Geneva international airport and an exceptionally dense public transport network, the region offers all the necessary ...
Canton of Vaud - Welcome - FAQ
What is the canton of Vaud? On the shores of Lake Geneva, between the Jura mountains and the Alps, the canton of Vaud is the largest French-speaking region in Switzerland, with more than 800,000 residents living in 309 municipalities, divided into 10 districts (as of 31.12.2018).
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Discover the joys of autumn in the Canton of Vaud, where gastronomic and wine tourism activities invite you to escape from everyday life.
VAUD - Tourism
No matter where you are in the canton of Vaud, the lakeside – of Lake Geneva, Lake Joux or Lake Neuchâtel – is never far away. Their crystalline blue hues illuminate the landscapes with the Jura or the Alps as a backdrop.
The Canton de Vaud is an ideal place for a vacation. It is easy to reach and offers a full range of accommodation, from five-star luxury hotels to charming bed & breakfasts. And in Vaud you can sample all the beauty of Switzer-land: explore the high Alps, the great spaces of the Jura and the authentic charm of the country-