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Villars-sur-Ollon

Villars-sur-Ollon offers you alpine ambience, outdoor sports and experiences in the heart of nature. From Lake Geneva, you can reach the friendly chalet village, which is situated 1,300 meters up, in no time at all. Have fun hiking, golfing, visiting thermal baths or enjoying the extensive winter sports area of Villars-Gryon-Les-Diablerets.

This is Villars-sur-Ollon

Villars-sur-Ollon can be found on a sunny plateau in the canton of Vaud of Vaud in the south-west of Switzerland. From here, you can look out over the Rhône Valley and enjoy views that reach all the way to Lake Geneva. The family-friendly mountain resort is known for its winter sports area of Villars-Gryon-Les Diablerets as well as its 18-hole golf course.

Discover Villars-sur-Ollon

Explore the chalet village with its alpine atmosphere. Take the train to the Col de Bretaye, where the trail will take you around four idyllic mountain lakes. Or continue on to the 2,112-metre-high Chamossaire area, which has fantastic panoramic views reaching as far as Mont Blanc. On the way back, take a break at the Villars Golf Club. In the evening, you can then enjoy top gastronomy, fine boutiques and wellness offerings in the village itself.

Outdoor activities around Villars-sur-Ollon

Villars-sur-Ollon offers you a varied mix of leisure activities. In the warm season, hiking trails, via ferratas, biking trails and lakeside bathing spots will lure you out into the Vaud countryside. In winter, you can reach the popular winter sports areas of Villars-Gryon-Les Diablerets and Glacier 3000 in no time at all. From fun on the slopes and cross-country skiing to tobogganing adventures and snow parks, you will be spoilt for choice here. And the numerous après-ski offerings should not be forgotten either.

Thermal baths of Lavey

After a busy and active day, you can relax and unwind in the nearby wellness oasis of "Les Bains de Lavey" , which is home to Switzerland’s warmest thermal waters. In the outdoor pool, in the hammam and in the sauna area, you can enjoy pleasant moments at the foot of the Vaud Alps until late in the evening.

Around Villars-sur-Ollon

Les Diablerets and Glacier 3000 with its Peak Walk can be easily reached by cable car. It is well worth making a day trip to the Gruyère Pays-d’Enhaut Nature Park. In Bex in the Rhône Valley, you can take a tour of an active salt mine. Or why not venture that little bit further to the Lake Geneva region, to visit sights such as Chillon Castle, Montreux or the Chaplin's World Museum.

Experience Villars-sur-Ollon for less

With the Carte Bienvenue, when you stay for one night or more, you can discover the wide range of offers in and around Villars-sur-Ollon and benefit from discounts on cable cars and mountain railways, swimming pools, mini-golf and guided tours all year round. Introductory sessions at the Villars Golf Club are free of charge.
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In the second half of the day low clouds. Temperatures between 4 and 8 degrees.

Villars-sur-Ollon

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In the second half of the day low clouds. Temperatures between 4 and 8 degrees.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What activities are popular in Villars-sur-Ollon?

What types of activities are available in Villars-sur-Ollon?

In Villars-sur-Ollon, you can engage in the following types of activities: Skiing or snowboarding, Sledging, Cross country, Hike, Winter hiking, Mountain bike, Skicross and Toboggan.

What places are located near Villars-sur-Ollon?

Near Villars-sur-Ollon, you can find Lausanne, Montreux, Les Diablerets, Morges and Vevey.

Which season is recommended to visit Villars-sur-Ollon?

Villars-sur-Ollon is suitable for visits in summer and winter.

What leisure activities is Villars-sur-Ollon particularly known for?

Villars-sur-Ollon is known for skiing and snowboarding and family

Which public transport options are available to reach Villars-sur-Ollon?

Villars-sur-Ollon is accessible by train, by local bus, by car and by bus.