The best light festivals in Switzerland 🇨🇭 ⚡️
No 1. Lausanne Lumières Festival
The “Lausanne Lumières Festival” which has been held annually since 2012, illuminates the city from November to December with a variety of light installations. International and local artists create a festive atmosphere in the streets of Lausanne with their original light artworks. Guided tours are available for those who want to learn more about the illuminations.
N0 2. Illuminarium Zurich
For several weeks in November and December, the courtyard of the National Museum in Zurich will be transformed into a winter wonderland of light, illusion, music and culinary delights. The almost 30‑minute light show with mysterious mythical creatures will enchant young and old. You can also indulge yourself at the illuminated bar, restaurant or food stalls.
No 3. Zauberwald Lenzerheide
There are even more twinkling fairy lights to marvel at in the Swiss mountains. The Zauberwald Lenzerheide festival offers a unique cultural experience with breathtaking illuminations in December. Visitors can also look forward to the best music and a delicious range of food and drinks at the Zauberwald, which means “enchanted Forest”.
No 4. Lilu Light Festival Lucerne
A stroll through Lucerne is always a pleasure, but in January it becomes a truly magical experience. Squares, landmarks and streets in the picturesque old town and along the lakeshore are decorated with countless lights.
No 5. Murten Light Festival
Murten welcomes the New Year with sparkling light animations created by regional and international artists. The streets will be decorated with numerous colourful light installations that visitors can admire while strolling through the town.
No 6. Geneva Lux
As the new year dawns, Geneva's city center will be transformed into a sea of lights, with a multitude of open‑air light installations illuminating the city. In addition to international and local artists, students from the Haute école d'art et de design (HEAD ‑ Geneva) will also present their creations.
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