Morgès, also known as Morges, is a charming town in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland and boasts a captivating location nestled on the northern shores of Lake Geneva also offering breathtaking views of the majestic Jura Mountains in the distance.
Morgès sits right on the edge of Lake Geneva, the largest freshwater lake in Central Europe. This pristine body of water stretches for 73 kilometers (45 miles), offering stunning vistas and various recreational activities like boating, swimming, and fishing
Morges falls within the canton of Vaud, famous for its vineyards, rolling hills, and charming villages. The canton’s capital, Lausanne, lies just 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) east of Morges, offering a vibrant urban experience alongside historical landmarks like the medieval Lausanne Cathedral
To reach Morges city, with easy accessibility from various locations, whether you’re traveling by car, or by train. Here are the different ways you can reach this charming lakeside town:
- By car :
- From Geneva: Take the A1 motorway towards Lausanne and exit at Morges-Est. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.
- From Geneva: Take the A1 motorway towards Lausanne and exit at Morges-Est. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes.
- By Train :
- Morges enjoys excellent train connections with major Swiss cities like Geneva, Lausanne, and Zurich. Direct trains from Geneva take about 25 minutes, while those from Lausanne take around 10 minutes. Trains from Zurich take approximately 2 hours. All the timetable and price can be found in official Swiss railway website at www.sbb.ch
Every year after winter season end and from late March to mid-May, the Tulip Festival in Morges transforms the town into a vibrant tapestry of color. Over 140,000 tulips, representing around 350 different varieties, burst into bloom, blanketing the Parc de l’Indépendance in a breathtaking display. The festival is a true feast for the senses, offering not only stunning flower displays but also a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages
This year the Morges Tulp festival will be held from March 29th to May 12th, 2024 and will offer many kind of Tulps and also some live music will held during this period. Please refer to official website of this festival at this Offcial-link
If you do not have time and enough budget to see and visit the similar event at Keukenhof-Amsterdam, then Morges can be an alternative for you to go, please come and enjoy how beautiful this area and do not forget to do also culinary for many local dishes choice.
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Regards,
Hendrik
