10th anniversary of the Sherlock Holmes Museum in Lucens
Why not sign-up for a great time in Lucens, Vaud, in a mystery-themed event around Sherlock Holmes? Saturday 3 September from 13h in the museum dedicated to Britains most famous sleuth, you will be able to participate in a mystery (adults: who killed the museum guide; families: someone has disappeared). Price Fr. 20.-/team.
From 16h take a ride on the double-decker red bus as well as London cabs. There will be other activities including snacks, drinks including British beers, the rally results, and the official ceremony.
Stay on at 19h30 to partake in a delicious meal inspired by all things British and ending in death by chocolate! Music, a whiskey bar, and magicians will make the whole event even more memorable. Fr. 60.-/person for the meal, sign-up obligatory and payment upon entry.
Sign-up before 28 August, 2011 at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., more info at www.lucens.ch/sherlockMusée Sherlock Holmes
Rue des Greniers 7
1522 Lucens
021 906 73 33
if no response: 021 906 15 59
Lake package and meal to spend the day in Thonon
The CGN (Compagnie Générale de Navigation) is offering a not-to-miss deal to visit Thonon, France! Take advantage of the euro being at a great exchange rate and do some tourism, shopping, and activities in France! For Fr. 59.-/person for adult (Fr. 39.- for demi-tarif and children) you will get:
- a 30-minute N2 boat from Lausanne to Thonon (round-trip)
- funicular ride to the town center from the port (round-trip)
- a meal in a choice of 10 different restaurants
- free entry to the beach and swimming pool, the Chablais Museum, and the Fish and Lake Museum
- discount on entrance tickets to the Château de Ripaille
Click here to see the brochure. Valid all days.
Fête des cépages and wine-tasting in Mont-sur-Rolle
Photo courtesy of the Musée du Vigneron
Another event on September 3rd will be the Fête des Cépages in Mont-sur-Rolle. Prior reservations required so act now as space is limited. You will be able to taste some "grands crus" wines while the winemakers present their own wines at each stop and comment on the wine's attributes. A delightful and easy-going introduction to a variety of Mont-sur-Rolle wines. You depart from the Vigneron Museum and stop at nine different stands, where you can taste great wines and savor some delicious snacks. The 5km walk is accessible to adults and children alike. Groups leave every 15 minutes between 10h30 and 14h.
Access to the Fête des cépages:
By train, 10-minute walk from the Rolle station. Walk up towards the Jura hills and follow the signs.
By car, parking in front of the Caveau, Mont-sur-Rolle. Free shuttle service available from 10h-19h.
Wine tasting without meal: Fr. 20.-
The gourmet option: Fr. 80 .- (9-course meal)
Children: Fr. 25 .-
By reservation only by August 27th!
Musée du Vigneron
chemin de Jérusalem 2
1185 Mont-sur-Rolle
www.museeduvigneron.ch
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