Leysin is a small resort town in Switzerland with a population of about 5,000 people. Tourists go to Leysin at any time of the year - healing fresh air works as a wellness therapy, and the mountain resort provides an opportunity for active recreation.
Leysin is also a commune of the arrondissement of Aigle in the canton of Vaud, which includes the settlement of Leysin and two villages, An-Crettazz and Vege. Due to its location in the mountains and the predominance of sunny weather in the XIX-XX centuries, Leysin was one of the centers for the treatment of tuberculosis, there were several sanatoriums. This city is well known for its healing microclimate. Not far from Germany, France and Austria.
Climate
The average weather is about +18 ° C, wind 2-3 m / s and humidity of 58%. The city has a pleasant climate, which allows the body to completely relax in nature. There are many sunny days, enough moist air improves breathing. Winter in Leysin is comfortable and not cold - ideal for active winter recreation. In summer, you can go hiking.
Road to Leysin
The nearest airport to Leysin is in Geneva - the road to the ski resort will take no more than 2 hours, with only 1 transfer in Aigle. From Zurich airport to Leysin - about 3.5-4h on the way.
Infrastructure
Lovers of outdoor activities are offered slopes for flat skis, skating rink, curling, swimming pools, tennis courts, squash, paragliding, fitness centers, toboggan runs. Also at the resort there is a ski school and a kindergarten. In Leysin there are about 20 different restaurants and cafes, 8 bars, nightclubs.
Restaurants & Cafes
Incredibly popular is the revolving restaurant on Mount Berneuse. There are several very cozy restaurants in Leysin. Major cafes in the city are Le Lynx, Le Leysin, Auberge La Calabre and kebabs with hamburgers in Kebab de Troie. You'll love Le Saloon and evenings at Le Yeti. On the territory of the city there is an interesting museum-restaurant La Fromagerie. Restaurant de Praf Andaz and Buvette de Mayen invite all tourists to treat incredibly delicious dishes.
Food and local cuisine
Many cafes and restaurants in Leysin offer delicious cheeses (e.g. brie and camembert) and, of course, fondue. Among tourists, delicious hot drinks are popular - here you can find different varieties of coffee, which are served with ice cream, syrups, cream and marshmallow. Ice cream and desserts are what Leysin is also famous for because everything is made from natural ingredients.
Entertainment and leisure
Leysin is aimed at all people who adhere to a healthy lifestyle and love active recreation - the possibility of snowshoeing, interesting ski trips, skating and sledding, paragliding and climbing. In summer, mini-golf and football games, hiking and horseback riding in the beautiful picturesque surroundings, fishing and mountain biking on the slopes are added. Every tourist should definitely visit the main museum of the city, go on a helicopter ride, visit a real observatory and attend one of the many local cultural or sports events - the Nescafé Champs Snowboard Championship, the "Night of the Fairies" or the "Musical Panorama" festival.
Where to go with children?
The most popular destination among children is dog sledding. This is an inexpensive pleasure that your children will definitely like. You can also stroll along the snow paths in the city - it is perfectly equipped with playgrounds and special paths that will guide you towards the main attractions.
Leysin Landmarks
- Tobogganing Park – ski and snowboard areas
- TÉLÉCABINE LEYSIN LA BERNEUSE – mountains and all outdoor activities
- Manège de Leysin – horse riding routes
- Hefti Sports - here you can rent equipment
- Via Ferrata from Tower D'ai – sightseeing tours
- Mayen Tours – multi-day excursions, hiking and tent tourism
- La Chèvrerie Perreten – Zoo
- Musée La Fromagerie – Leysin Specialized Museum
- Office du Tourisme – tourist center
- Centre Sportif de la Piscine – sports centre
- Maison du Sport Vaudois – sports complexes on the territory of the health club
- Patinoire De Leysin is a sports complex.
