Montagne du Château, Lausanne

Name: Montagne du Château
Address: Lausanne, Switzerland

#60 among attractions in Lausanne

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Montagne du Château is the highest hill of the Jorat. It lies west of Montpreveyres in the canton of Vaud, above the city of Lausanne. The hill is entirely wooded, except for its summit, where is a clearing. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 3048 ftProminence: 817 ftCoordinates: 46°34'51"N, 6°42'57"E

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Lausanne Switzerland

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Montagne du Château – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lac de Sauvabelin, Fondation de l'Hermitage, Théâtre du Jorat, Tour de Gourze.

4.7 miSW
Artificial lake by a restaurant and a zoo
Lac de Sauvabelin, Lausanne
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5.2 miSW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Fondation de l'Hermitage, Lausanne
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2.9 miNE
Music venue, Theater, Nightlife
Théâtre du Jorat
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5 miS
Tower
Tour de Gourze, Lavaux
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3 miE
Outdoor activities, Park, Aquarium
Zoo de Servion
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View point
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4.3 miSW
Area
Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Lausanne
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4.5 miS
Area
Belmont-sur-Lausanne, Lausanne
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3.2 miSW
Area
Épalinges, Lausanne
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5.1 miSW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
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5.2 miN
Tower
Sottens transmitter
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