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Hiring a motorhome in Lausanne puts you in the middle of the northern shore of Lake Geneva, in a city built in terraces between the port of Ouchy and its Gothic cathedral. Within an hour's drive you reach the Lavaux vineyards, the plateaus of the Vaud Jura, Lake Neuchâtel or the passes of the Vaud Alps, and the Valais opens up just past the end of the lake. Our partner company Anywhere Campers offers its vehicles here, from the van for two to the family motorhome sleeping six.
Itineraries, seasons, driving in a steep city and Swiss rules: everything you need to plan a relaxed departure from the capital of Vaud.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Lausanne?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Lausanne
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €262/day median €265/day | from €284/day median €287/day | from €330/day median €333/day | from €270/day median €272/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €273/day median €291/day | from €289/day median €305/day | from €341/day median €352/day | from €281/day median €292/day |
| Large motorhome | from €279/day median €282/day | from €295/day median €297/day | from €341/day median €344/day | from €287/day median €289/day |
Daily prices observed on October 23, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Lausanne
1 The Three-Lakes Region and the Vaud Jura
- Lausanne
- Romainmôtier
- Yverdon-les-Bains
- Grandson
- Creux du Van
- Neuchâtel
- Murten
- Avenches
- Lausanne
To the north-west, the Romanesque abbey church of Romainmôtier, tucked at the foot of the Jura, comes before Yverdon-les-Bains, its thermal baths and Grandson Castle, on the shore of Lake Neuchâtel. You then climb to the Creux du Van, a huge rocky cirque, before the old town of Neuchâtel, the ramparts of Murten and the Roman amphitheatre of Avenches. The access road to the Creux du Van is narrow: a campervan or a low-profile motorhome is more comfortable there.
- Distance
- about 230 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
2 The Vaud Alps and the Pays-d'Enhaut
- Lausanne
- Aigle
- Col des Mosses
- Château-d'Œx
- Gstaad
- Col du Pillon
- Les Diablerets
- Bex
- Lausanne
Along the Valais motorway, Aigle and its castle surrounded by vineyards open the climb to the Col des Mosses, then the descent to Château-d'Œx, meeting place of hot-air balloons every winter, and Gstaad, on the Bern side. The Col du Pillon leads to Glacier 3000 and Les Diablerets, before the return via Bex and its salt mines, visited by small train. Medium-altitude passes on wide roads, suitable for all motorhomes.
- Distance
- about 210 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
3 The valleys of the Valais to Brig
- Lausanne
- Saint-Maurice
- Martigny
- Sion
- Évolène
- Saint-Luc
- Leukerbad
- Brig
After the abbey of Saint-Maurice and the Fondation Pierre Gianadda in Martigny, the castles of Valère and Tourbillon overlook Sion. You turn off into the Val d'Hérens, its Euseigne earth pyramids and the chalets of Évolène, then into the Val d'Anniviers and Saint-Luc, before the thermal baths of Leukerbad. As Brig is another departure city of our partner companies, you can aim for a one-way trip there, or head back down the Rhône to Lausanne.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or converted van
Weather and seasons
When to go in Lausanne?
Best time
June to September
June to September
highs 20 to 25 °C, lows 12 to 16 °C
The best time to leave from Lausanne: all the passes of the Vaud Alps and the Valais are open, and the beaches of Vidy and Bellerive let you swim in Lake Geneva. August is on average the most pleasant month, warm without excess. At the end of September, the grape harvest brings the Lavaux terraces and the wine villages of La Côte to life.
March, April, May and October
March to May, October
highs 10 to 17 °C, lows 2 to 9 °C
Cool, changeable months, best spent on low-altitude stops: Lavaux, the shores of Lakes Neuchâtel and Murten, the towns and their museums. May is the wettest month of the year in Lausanne. In October, the forests of the Vaud Jura turn russet and visitor numbers drop, while the highest passes of the Valais gradually close.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 5 to 9 °C, lows 0 to 4 °C
Winter in Lausanne is often grey: a layer of low cloud covers the lake and the Swiss Plateau for days, while the heights stay in the sun above this sea of fog. Leysin, Villars-sur-Ollon or Les Mosses, about an hour's drive away, then offer skiing and light; a well-heated vehicle and a campsite open in winter are essential.
Climate in Lausanne, month by month
Most pleasant months: August.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5 °C | -0 °C | 129 mm | 5 h/day |
| Feb | 8 °C | 1 °C | 78 mm | 7 h/day |
| Mar | 10 °C | 2 °C | 96 mm | 9 h/day |
| Apr | 14 °C | 5 °C | 88 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 17 °C | 9 °C | 136 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 23 °C | 14 °C | 106 mm | 12 h/day |
| Jul | 25 °C | 16 °C | 109 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 25 °C | 16 °C | 84 mm | 12 h/day |
| Sep | 20 °C | 12 °C | 99 mm | 10 h/day |
| Oct | 15 °C | 9 °C | 114 mm | 8 h/day |
| Nov | 9 °C | 4 °C | 129 mm | 6 h/day |
| Dec | 6 °C | 1 °C | 132 mm | 5 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
A single depot, to locate before you set off
Anywhere Campers is the only one of our partner companies based in Lausanne. The exact location and handover time are given in your confirmation. The city is very steep and the streets in the centre narrow: ask the company for the simplest way to the motorway before you take the wheel for the first time.
Arriving via Geneva Airport
Lausanne has no international airport: you land at Geneva Airport, linked to Lausanne station by direct trains in about three quarters of an hour. From the station, the metro or a taxi takes you to the company's meeting point. On the way back, returning the vehicle the day before your flight means you do not depend on traffic around the lake.
Park and ride and the m2 metro
Central Lausanne rises in steep slopes from the lake to the cathedral, with narrow streets and low underground car parks. Park instead in a park-and-ride on the outskirts, such as the one at Vennes near the motorway exit, then take the m2 metro, which links the upper city to the station and Ouchy. Check the height limit before driving in.
Lavaux by the lakeside road
Between Lutry and Vevey, the Route de la Corniche winds through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux: narrow, lined with low walls and often with no room to pass, it suits a campervan but not a large motorhome. In that case, follow the lakeside road and go up to Cully, Épesses or Chexbres on foot or by train.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Lausanne
Where can I pick up a motorhome in Lausanne?
In Lausanne, vehicles are handed over by Anywhere Campers, our partner company in the city. The exact meeting point and time are shown in your booking confirmation. For a wider choice, other partner companies are based in Gland, on the shore of Lake Geneva, and in Geneva, less than an hour away by motorway.
How much does it cost to hire a motorhome in Lausanne?
The rate depends on the season, the rental length and the type of vehicle, from the van for two to the family over-cab motorhome. Summer is the busiest period on the shores of Lake Geneva. Run a search with your dates to compare real offers, mandatory fees included, and budget separately for campsite nights and the motorway vignette.
Which motorhomes and campervans are available in Lausanne?
Our searches found a full range: the Van for 2, sleeping two, for couples; the Carado T-447 low-profile for four; the Adria Matrix M670SL and the Sunlight T 68 for five; and finally the Sunlight A70 over-cab, sleeping six, for families. Most of these models are available with either manual or automatic transmission.
Can I do a one-way trip from Lausanne?
Our partner companies have other departure cities in Switzerland: Gland and Geneva on Lake Geneva, Givisiez near Fribourg, Bern, Brig in the Upper Valais and Wolhusen, in Lucerne's Entlebuch. A one-way trip to Brig or Bern lets you end your journey in the Alps without returning to the lake. Enter your return city when searching to see the offers that accept it and their fees.
What should I see in Lausanne before hitting the road?
Keep a day for the city: the cathedral, where a watchman still calls out the hours every night from the bell tower, the old town and the covered Escaliers du Marché, the Flon district, the Olympic Museum on the lakeshore at Ouchy, as well as Plateforme 10, the museum district next to the station, and the Collection de l'Art Brut.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Lausanne with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
Very good value for money. Spacious and well-equipped.
(anonymous)
Switzerland · Oct 2021
Avis Vérifiés
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Too rigid computer system
Eric L.
Portugal · Oct 2025
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Lausanne
What licence do I need to hire a motorhome in Lausanne?
Most rental campervans and motorhomes weigh no more than 3.5 tonnes and can be driven with a category B licence. If your licence was issued outside Europe or in another alphabet, an international driving permit may be required in Switzerland. The driver's minimum age and the number of years of driving required are specified in the conditions of each offer.
Do I need a vignette to drive around Lausanne?
Yes, as soon as you take the A1 motorway towards Geneva and Bern or the A9 towards the Valais, both of which pass the city's edge. The Swiss vignette is annual and exists in an electronic version linked to the number plate. A vehicle rented in Switzerland normally has one: check this with the company at departure.
Where can I sleep in a motorhome around Lausanne?
The Vidy campsite, on the lakeshore west of the centre, is the most convenient base in the city. In the canton of Vaud, overnight parking rules vary from one municipality to another, and many car parks along Lake Geneva forbid it. Outside campsites, look for signposted motorhome pitches and check the rules in force.
Can I take the motorhome on the Lake Geneva boats?
No: the CGN boats, which link Ouchy to Évian-les-Bains and Thonon-les-Bains, only carry passengers and bicycles. To reach the French shore by motorhome, you have to drive around the lake via Villeneuve and Saint-Gingolph or via Geneva. Nothing stops you, however, from leaving the vehicle in Lausanne for a day trip to Évian.
Can I drive into France with a motorhome hired in Lausanne?
Yes, the border is less than an hour away, via Vallorbe towards the French Jura or via Saint-Gingolph towards the Chablais. First check that the company's insurance covers France. Several French cities have low-emission zones that require a Crit'Air sticker: check the rules in force before you leave.
Do I need winter tyres in the Vaud Jura?
The Marchairuz and Mollendruz passes, which cross the Vaud Jura, are often snow-covered in winter. Switzerland does not require winter tyres by law, but a poorly equipped driver who blocks traffic can be fined. Ask the company whether the vehicle has winter tyres and take snow chains for the passes of the Vaud Alps.
When should I book a motorhome in Lausanne?
With a single company in the city, the choice goes quickly: for July and August, book several months ahead, especially as the Montreux Jazz Festival and the Paléo Festival in Nyon fill the campsites around Lake Geneva in July. For June and September, a few weeks are often enough. Vans for two are usually the first to be rented.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Lausanne
Lausanne sits in the middle of the Swiss shore of Lake Geneva, which makes it a natural crossroads: the A1 runs towards the Swiss Plateau and the Three-Lakes Region, the A9 towards the Vaud Alps and the Valais, and the Jura passes are barely an hour away. In a week you can go from the listed wine terraces of Lavaux to the glaciers of Les Diablerets, then to the valleys of the Valais, without long days on the road.
The city itself deserves a stop, from the cathedral to the museums of Plateforme 10 and the Olympic Museum in Ouchy. Anywhere Campers rents vehicles here for every crew, from the van for two to the over-cab motorhome sleeping six, and our partner companies in Geneva, Bern and Brig open the way to one-way trips. Summer remains the mildest season, with highs around 25 °C in July and August.
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