Le Saint-François, Lausanne

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Le Saint-François (address: Place Saint-François) is a place located in Lausanne (Vaud canton) and belongs to the category of church.

It is situated at an altitude of 1647 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 46°31'12"N latitude and 6°37'59"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Le Saint-François is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Saint-François (trolleybus, 2 min walk), Saint-François (bus, 2 min walk), Lausanne-Flon (metro, 4 min walk), Lausanne-Flon (light rail, 4 min walk), Lausanne (train, 8 min walk), Lausanne-Ouchy (ferry, 28 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Le Romandie (art gallery, 3 min walk), Lausanne Conservatory (universities and schools, 3 min walk), Shoe Museum (museum, 3 min walk).

Coordinates: 46°31'12"N, 6°37'59"E

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Le Saint-François – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Olympic Museum, Lausanne Cathedral, Château d'Ouchy, Saint-Maire Castle.

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Displays on the modern Olympic movement
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Le Saint-François?

Nearby attractions include Le Romandie, Lausanne (3 min walk), Lausanne Conservatory, Lausanne (3 min walk), Shoe Museum, Lausanne (3 min walk), Mudac, Lausanne (5 min walk).

How to get to Le Saint-François by public transport?

The nearest stations to Le Saint-François:

Trolleybus

Saint-François • Lines: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9 (2 min walk)
Bessières • Lines: 6, 7 (6 min walk)

Bus

Saint-François • Lines: 12, 13, 16, 17 (2 min walk)
Rôtillon • Lines: 22 (3 min walk)

Metro

Lausanne-Flon (4 min walk)
Bessières (5 min walk)

Light rail

Lausanne-Flon (4 min walk)
Provence (31 min walk)

Train

Lausanne (8 min walk)
Chauderon (11 min walk)

Ferry

Lausanne-Ouchy • Lines: 3100, 3150, N1, N2, Navibus N2 (28 min walk)