Lausanne railway station, Railway station in Lausanne, Switzerland
Lausanne railway station, also known as Lausanne CFF, is the main rail hub in the city of Lausanne, in the Vaud region of Switzerland. It sits at the junction of several major lines, with ten tracks and a mix of express, regional, and metro services, all under a large metal canopy.
The first station opened in 1856 and was rebuilt several times as rail traffic grew. The current building dates from the early 20th century, with the main hall completed in 1913 and later restored.
The station's name often appears with the suffix CFF to distinguish it from other stops in the area, a detail locals use daily. The grand hall, with its light-filled space, serves as a meeting point and a landmark for travelers entering the city.
The station is spread over several levels, so give yourself time to find your platform, especially if you are changing between mainline and metro services. Signage is clear, but the underground passages can be busy at peak hours, so follow the arrows and allow extra minutes.
The huge steel canopy over the platforms was built in just four months while trains continued to run below. During its recent restoration, workers found that not a single rivet needed replacing.
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