Place de la Riponne, Public square in Lausanne, Switzerland

Place de la Riponne is a large public square in the center of Lausanne, Switzerland. It is paved and open, with the Palais de Rumine on its eastern side and a mix of shops and cafes around the edges.

The square was created in the 19th century after the Louve river was covered and its valley filled. The Grenette market hall was built in 1840, and the Palais de Rumine was added in 1902, changing the square's role.

The name Riponne comes from a former property of the Ripon family, and the square has long been a meeting point for city dwellers. Today, it hosts a weekly market and occasional events, and people gather near the fountain or on the steps of the palace.

The square is easy to reach on foot from the old town and is served by several bus lines and a metro station. It is a good place to start a walk, with benches and open space, but can be hot in summer due to the lack of shade.

Under the square flows the covered Louve river, and a giant fresco on the ground called "Affleurer" shows water currents. The fresco has white circles that glow in the dark, and people write wishes in them.