Your property in Nyon
Outstanding waterfront mansions with lake views and modern elegant houses nestled among significant parcels of land are among the exceptional property in Nyon.
The sought-after town sits on the north-western side of Lake Geneva and its homes commonly features exquisite architecture.
Inside Nyon
Located half-way between Geneva and Lausanne, Nyon offers the charm and culture of its neighbours but in a quieter, more laid-back setting.
Fabulous historical architecture is typified in its enchanting buildings, including the white-turreted 12th Century Château de Nyon, and the town has a vibrant modern culture with engaging museums and galleries, and is the home to pharmaceutical companies Novartis and Beckman Coulter.
The proximity to Lake Geneva means those who enjoy the outdoors can engage in various water sports, while the Haut-Jura and Jura Vaudois regional parks offer true escapism just beyond the town’s edge.
Landscape
The town gently slopes up from the shore of Lake Geneva and is surrounded by vineyards.
To the north, the Jura Vaudois regional park includes forests and massifs, with alpine chalets and hiking and to the west, the Haute Chaîne du Jura is an Alpine nature reserve full of bird species and red mountain deer.
Education
The region has fantastic educational provision for families considering relocating to the area, with the Collège Champittet and École Moser international schools both offering bilingual curricula.
In nearby Founex is the Vaud campus of the Geneva International School, and Rolle hosts the world-renowned La Rosey School.
Being equidistant between Geneva and Lausanne means both the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and the University of Geneva, Switzerland’s second and sixth best universities respectively, are nearby. Other options include the University of Lausanne.
Activities and Entertainment
Nyon is perfectly situated for those who love to experience the outdoors thanks to its location on the edge of Lake Geneva and its proximity to the hills and mountains of the Jura.
On the lake, everything from windsurfing through to paddleboarding, and sailing to paddle boating is possible, while just beyond the town, vast wide-open spaces make perfect places to hike and cycle.
Within the town, walking through the street and taking in its captivating buildings, such as Château de Nyon and Château de Coppet, the former home of Louis XVI’s finance minister, is an excellent way to pass the time.
Art and Culture
Nyon has a lively art culture, with a host of galleries scattered throughout the town.
Its fantastic museums capture the region’s history, with Musée du Léman documenting Lake Geneva’s past, while Musée Romain de Nyon explores the town’s Roman beginnings as Colonia Iulia Equestris.
Music features heavily in Nyon’s calendar, with the six-day Paléo Festival – Switzerland’s biggest outdoor international music event – and the four-day Les Hivernales Festival both covering a variety of genres, and the Visions du Réel showcases the works of pioneering documentary filmmakers.
Food and Drink
The culinary scene in Nyon is diverse, with a wide array of restaurants offering locally inspired dishes through to Indian, French and Asian.
The town’s markets sell a wide range of excellent produce grown in the area, including colourful fruits and vegetables, while products including goats cheese are common in the area.
Nyon is the second largest wine-growing area in the canton of Vaud thanks to its perfect micro-climate for grape growing. Its vineyards consist mainly of Chasselas, Gamay and Pinot.
Accessibility
Nyon’s convenient location means it is easily reached from both Geneva, which has a large international airport, and Lausanne, whose airport does not have scheduled commercial traffic.
The town can be accessed by the A1 motorway, via rail and even by water using the Compagnie Générale de Navigation ferries along Lake Geneva.