Place de la Sallaz, Lausanne

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Place de la Sallaz (address: Rte Oron 2) is a place located in Lausanne (Vaud canton) and belongs to the category of square.

It is situated at an altitude of 2001 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 46°31'58"N latitude and 6°38'45"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Place de la Sallaz is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Sallaz (metro, 1 min walk), Sallaz (bus, 2 min walk), Valmont (trolleybus, 13 min walk), Lausanne-Flon (light rail, 29 min walk), Chauderon (train, 30 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Tour de Sauvabelin (view point, 10 min walk), Bibliothèque Cira (library, 12 min walk), Lac de Sauvabelin (nature, 13 min walk).

Coordinates: 46°31'58"N, 6°38'45"E

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Rte Oron 2Lausanne Switzerland

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Place de la Sallaz – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lausanne Cathedral, Saint-Maire Castle, Mudac, Esplanade de Montbenon.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place de la Sallaz?

Nearby attractions include Tour de Sauvabelin, Lausanne (10 min walk), Bibliothèque Cira, Lausanne (12 min walk), Lac de Sauvabelin, Lausanne (13 min walk), Fondation de l'Hermitage, Lausanne (14 min walk).

How to get to Place de la Sallaz by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place de la Sallaz:

Metro

Sallaz (1 min walk)
Chuv (13 min walk)

Bus

Sallaz • Lines: 41, 42, 65, 75 (2 min walk)
Saint-Etienne • Lines: 41 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Valmont • Lines: 6 (13 min walk)
Pont-de-Chailly • Lines: 7 (14 min walk)

Light rail

Lausanne-Flon (29 min walk)

Train

Chauderon (30 min walk)
Lausanne (35 min walk)