Cathedrale de Lausanne
Switzerland
Lausanne Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Notre Dame of Lausanne, is a majestic Gothic cathedral that overlooks the city and is considered one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in Europe. Its stunning stained-glass windows, intricate facade, and panoramic views from its tower make it a must-visit landmark.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Old Town of Lausanne, or 'la See-tay' as the locals call it. You are standing before the magnificent Cathedrale de Lausanne, an architectural triumph that has defined the skyline of this city for nearly eight…
Listen in the app2The Escaliers du Marché — The Market Stairs
To reach the cathedral from the lower town, many visitors ascend the legendary 'Es-kal-yay doo Mar-shay,' or Market Stairs. These picturesque wooden steps date back to the 13th century and represent one of the most charming…
Listen in the app3The Main Portal and Exterior Statuary
Standing before the main entrance, we are confronted with the architectural vocabulary of the High Middle Ages. The facade of the Cathedrale de Lausanne is a study in Gothic symmetry and detail. …
Listen in the app4The Interior — Nave and Reformation Legacy
Stepping inside, the first thing that strikes you is the simplicity of the space. As I mentioned earlier, the Reformation of the 16th century had a profound impact on the interior of this cathedral. …
Listen in the app5The Rose Window and Stained Glass
The jewel of the Lausanne Cathedral is undoubtedly the great Rose Window, located in the south transept. Dating from the 13th century, it is one of the few pieces of medieval stained glass in the cathedral that survived the…
Listen in the app6The Bell Tower and the Night Watchman
For those with the stamina, a climb up the bell tower is an essential part of the Lausanne experience. For a fee of five Franks, you can ascend a 500-year-old spiral staircase consisting of over two hundred steps. …
Listen in the app7The Panoramic View of Lausanne and the Alps
Upon reaching the top of the bell tower, you are rewarded with what is arguably the most breathtaking view in Lausanne. From this height, the city unfolds beneath you like a living map. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As you descend from the cathedral and return to the esplanade outside, take one last look at this magnificent structure. The Cathedrale de Lausanne is more than just stone and glass; it is a repository of Swiss history, a…
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What is Cathedrale de Lausanne?
Cathedrale de Lausanne is a place in Switzerland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Switzerland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 46.5226, 6.6357 |
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