Lausanne’s Timeless Beauty: 1924 in Lush Color!

This enchanting colorized footage unveils Old Lausanne, the capital of Vaud Canton in French-speaking Switzerland, in 1924—nearly a century ago—capturing the city’s serene charm on the shores of Lake Geneva, the fourth largest city in Switzerland at 495 meters altitude, nestled in a wine region. Filmed in vibrant hues, the film highlights Lausanne’s picturesque medieval streets, the stunning Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral (one of Switzerland’s most beautiful churches), and the scenic vineyards along Lake Geneva, 62 kilometers northeast of Geneva. Reflecting a population of about 133,280 in 1924 (similar to 2009 figures, per historical estimates), the city’s peaceful atmosphere and cultural richness shine, untouched by modern sprawl. A dazzling window into Lausanne’s pre-war elegance, this restored archive grips history buffs, Swiss heritage lovers, and travel enthusiasts, offering a vivid glimpse of a city frozen in time.