Gland, Municipality in Nyon District, Switzerland
The city of Gland extends along Lake Geneva's shores, featuring residential areas surrounded by agricultural lands and natural reserves at 432 meters elevation.
Archaeological discoveries indicate that Gland, known as Villa Glanis during Roman times, maintains records of continuous settlement dating back to 994-1049.
The municipality's coat of arms displays an oak tree, reflecting the French translation of Gland meaning acorn, representing local heritage through this symbol.
Regular train services connect Gland to Geneva and Lausanne, while the municipality contains educational facilities, shopping centers, and recreational areas for residents.
Gland serves as the international headquarters for both the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Location: Canton of Vaud
Location: Nyon District
Elevation above the sea: 416 m
Website: http://gland.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.41667,6.26667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
Toblerone Line
1.9 km
Prangins Castle
2.7 km
Villa Les Bleuets
2.7 km
Villa Choisy with boathouse, island, old farm and fountain
4.6 km
Castle with outbuildings
2.6 km
Duillier Castle
2.7 km
Prangins Castle
2.8 km
Château with vineyard outbuildings
3.1 km
La Rajada
1.7 km
Swiss National Museum - Castle of Prangins
2.8 km
Tithe barn
2.7 km
Vinzel tile factory with Hoffmann kiln
3.7 km
Prangins
2.8 km
Reformed church of Saint-Martin, parish church and fortified house (site of the former priory)
4.4 km
Golf Club du Domaine Impérial
1.8 km
Temple
2.8 km
New villa Prangins
2.4 km
Castle and fountain
4.1 km
Usine à Gaz
4.1 km
Old villa Prangins
2.4 km
Eglise réformée de Begnins
2.9 km
Fontaine de Maître Jacques
4.3 km
Villa Rose
1 km
Ancienne porcelainerie
4.1 km
Maison
4.2 km
Château du Rosey avec maison de maître, maison forte, jardin et verger
4.5 km
Nyon amphitheatre
4.2 km
Maison Burnier
4.1 kmReviews
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