Rolle, Municipality in Nyon District, Switzerland.
Rolle is a municipality situated on the northwestern shore of Lake Geneva in the Canton of Vaud, offering scenic views of the nearby Alps and surrounding vineyards.
First referenced in documents from 1294 under the name Rotuli, Rolle became a strategic settlement with the construction of Rolle Castle around 1264 to protect local lakeside activities.
The town maintains close connections to Vaud regional traditions through local festivals, culinary specialties featuring regional cheeses and wines, and craft markets showcasing local artisanship.
Rolle benefits from well-developed transportation connections including local ferry services across Lake Geneva and road links connecting it to Nyon and other nearby towns.
The town hosts the renowned Institut Le Rosey, one of the world's most prestigious boarding schools, which has counted notable personalities among its alumni throughout history.
Location: Nyon District
Elevation above the sea: 397 m
Address: 1180 Rolle, Switzerland
Website: https://rolle.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.45755,6.33167
Latest update: December 22, 2025 18:58
Île de la Harpe
635 m
Rolle Castle
762 m
Vincy Castle
2.4 km
Villa Choisy with boathouse, island, old farm and fountain
2.3 km
Belletruche
1.4 km
Castle with outbuildings
4.2 km
Beaulieu country estate
1.6 km
Historical collection of the municipal library of Rolle
758 mReformed church
368 m
Farmhouse no. ECA 148
2.7 km
Castle and fountain
2.7 kmPont CFF
504 mMaison de maître de Malessert et ses dépendances
2.7 kmMaison de maître de Germagny avec dépendance, maison d’habitation, pavillon et fontaine
1.1 kmÉglise réformée Notre-Dame
2.8 kmAncien Hôtel de la Couronne
594 m
Ancienne maison d'Allinges
563 mBellerive
687 mCasino
471 mInstitut Le Rosey
394 mLes Uttins, maison de maître et maison paysanne
347 mAncien prieuré
2.8 kmCasino Théatre de Rolle
482 mPaul & Henri Carnal Hall
343 mPlage de La Dullive
4.5 kmCatamaran handicap de la fondation Just for Smiles
585 mPort des Vernes
1.2 kmScenic viewpoint
1.6 km
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