Nyon
Switzerland · Canton de VaudCH
Place in Vaud, Switzerland
Nyon is a municipality in Nyon District in the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It is located some 25 kilometers north east of Geneva's city centre, and since the 1970s it has become part of the Geneva metropolitan area. It lies on the shores of Lake Geneva and is the seat of Nyon District. The town has a population of 21,718 and is famous in the sporting world for being the headquarters of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and the European Club Association (ECA). It is connected to the rest of Switzerland by way of the Route Suisse, the A1 Motorway and the railways of the Arc Lémanique.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 23,351
- Coordinates
- 46.383, 6.240
- Timezone
- Europe/Zurich
- Elevation
- 403 m
Overview of Nyon
Part of Canton de Vaud, Switzerland, Nyon is a low-key town. The headcount is close to 23,351. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Travel interests covered here include culture, water sports and nature.
Things to do in Nyon
Culture in Nyon
(4)Nyon's culture entries include Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Docks and Museums. Everything listed here comes from what Nyon is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Nyon
(3)On the water sports side, Nyon offers Canoeing, Paddle and Sailboats. All of it is drawn from Nyon's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nature in Nyon
(2)Our data lists Desert and Rivers as nature options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Nyon.
Nightlife in Nyon
(2)On the nightlife side, Nyon offers Events and Festival. It is a direct read of Nyon's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Nyon
(2)Our data lists Therms and Turkish Baths as wellness options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nyon.
Adventure in Nyon
(1)Nyon records Boat Rides under adventure. It is a direct read of Nyon's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Sports in Nyon
(1)Our data lists Golf as sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Nyon.
Best time to visit Nyon
For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Nyon still delivers.
Getting there & around
Getting to Nyon usually means a connection from Canton de Vaud and your own wheels for the rest. Nyon runs on Europe/Zurich time.
Similar destinations
Places near Nyon that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nyon known for?
- In Canton de Vaud, Switzerland, Nyon stands out for culture, water sports and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 23,351-strong destination.
- What can you do in Nyon?
- Options in Nyon run to Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Docks, Museums and Canoeing — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Nyon?
- For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Nyon still delivers.
- Where is Nyon located?
- You will find Nyon in Canton de Vaud, Switzerland. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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