Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne, Lausanne

Name: Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne
Address: Lausanne, Switzerland

#38 among attractions in Lausanne

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Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne, Lausanne

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The Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne was founded in the 16th century and became one of the most important public libraries in Switzerland. ()

Local name: Kantons- und Universitätsbibliothek Lausanne Coordinates: 46°31'22"N, 6°34'47"E

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Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vidy, Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery, Musée Bolo, Lousonna.

1 miSE
Park
Vidy, Lausanne
27 min walk • Nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva, Vidy is a serene oasis in the bustling city of Lausanne, Switzerland. This verdant park is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offering a peaceful escape with its wide-open spaces, lush greenery, and picturesque views of...
0.9 miE
Cemetery
Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery, Lausanne
24 min walk • Nestled in the serene city of Lausanne, Switzerland, the Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery stands as a tranquil oasis and a testament to the city’s reverence for its departed. Established in 1922, it is not just a final resting place but also a space of architectural...
0.8 miW
Museum
Musée Bolo, Lausanne
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, the Musée Bolo is a unique gem that captures the evolution of computing technology. This specialized museum, though lesser-known compared to traditional art and history museums, offers a fascinating journey through the...
1.1 miE
Archaeological site
Lousonna, Lausanne
29 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, lies Lousonna, an archaeological site of significant historical importance. This ancient Roman settlement, once a bustling center of trade and life, offers a rare glimpse into the past of the region.
0.6 miSW
Library, Universities and schools
Rolex Learning Center, Lausanne
16 min walk • The Rolex Learning Center, nestled in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, is a pioneering architectural feat and a cornerstone of academic life at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). This iconic building, completed in 2010, redefines the traditional...
1.4 miNE
Area
Prilly, Lausanne
37 min walk • Prilly is a municipality in Switzerland in the canton of Vaud, located in the district of Ouest Lausannois. It is one of the western suburbs of the city of Lausanne.
1 miN
Area
Renens, Lausanne
25 min walk • Renens is a municipality in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. It is located in the district of Ouest Lausannois, and is a suburb of the city of Lausanne. It is the fourth largest city in the canton.
0.7 miW
Convention center, Auditorium
SwissTech Convention Center
19 min walk • The SwissTech Convention Center is a conference centre on the campus of the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland.
1.2 miE
46°31'10"N • 6°36'14"E
Espace des Inventions, Lausanne
30 min walk • Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
1 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Vaudoise Aréna, Lausanne
27 min walk • The Vaudoise Aréna is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Prilly, a western suburb of Lausanne in Switzerland. Opened in September 2019, it was built on the site of the former, now demolished, CIG de Malley which it replaced to host the 2020 Winter Youth Olympics.
1.1 miE
Ice skating, Ice rink
Patinoire de Malley, Lausanne
28 min walk • Centre intercommunal de glace de Malley was an indoor arena located in Lausanne, Switzerland. It was primarily used for ice hockey, and was the home arena of the HC Lausanne from 1984 to 2017.

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Which popular attractions are close to Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne?

Nearby attractions include University of Lausanne, Lausanne (2 min walk), Swiss Institute of Comparative Law, Lausanne (5 min walk), Rolex Learning Center, Lausanne (16 min walk), EPFL, Lausanne (17 min walk).

How to get to Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cantonal and University Library of Lausanne:

Bus

Allée de Dorigny • Lines: 701 (6 min walk)
Blévallaire • Lines: 701 (7 min walk)

Light rail

UNIL-Sorge (9 min walk)
Bassenges (19 min walk)

Train

Renens (26 min walk)
Prilly-Malley (29 min walk)

Ferry

Saint-Sulpice VD • Lines: 3150 (34 min walk)

Trolleybus

Prilly, Église • Lines: 9 (37 min walk)
Perréaz • Lines: 9 (38 min walk)