Lausanne, The Olympic Capital

As the Olympic Capital celebrates its #30th anniversary, we are honored to host the International Federation of American Football - IFAF Congress on December 7th, 2024, at the prestigious Olympic Museum. Welcoming #IFAF underlines Lausanne's commitment to supporting the growth and evolution of sport on the global stage. The Congress, taking place at a pivotal moment for American football following flag football's inclusion in the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games , will see delegates discuss the future of the sport and its exciting potential. Lausanne is proud to provide a platform for international sporting federations like IFAF to connect, exchange ideas, and collaborate! We look forward to welcoming the global American football family to the Olympic Capital!

We're thrilled to announce that Lausanne, the Olympic Capital, has been ranked #6 in the 2024 Ranking of Sports Cities by Burson Sports Practice! 🏅 This prestigious ranking recognises our city's dedication to sport, from being recognised as the #Olympic Capital over the last 30 years and being home to nearly 60 international federations, to fostering a thrilling sporting culture for all. We're proud to be a global hub for sport and look forward to continuing to build on this success. 💪 #2024Ranking #OlympicCapital #Lausanne #IFs #SportsEvents

“Lausanne, Where the Olympics Never End” A big thank you to The New York Times (Seth Sherwood) for showcasing Lausanne, the Olympic Capital, and its unique sports ecosystem. We are proud to be home to the International Olympic Committee – IOC, The Olympic Museum, and many other prestigious sport institutions. Read the article and rediscover what the Olympic Capital has to offer!

Lausanne, The Olympic Capital played host to a delightful and healthy breakfast at La Maison du Sport International (MSI). World Rowing donated a Concept 2 indoor rower to the MSI fitness room for the use of the employees working in the MSI. The President of World Rowing, Jean-Christophe Rolland gave us a nice speech. Adding a fun twist to the event, Jodie Cameron, the newly appointed Healthy Sports Organisations™ Ambassador, representing World Rowing demonstrated fundamental techniques on the ERG. It was a fantastic opportunity for all International Sports Organisations to network and exchange ideas and to learn more about the sport of rowing. We're grateful for these opportunities to connect, learn - and stay healthy! Thank you for joining us and thank you to World Rowing for the donation and expertise. #employeehealth #sport #lausanne #sportmotivation #concept2

🏀🏆 One year to go! 🏆🏀 Get ready for the future of basketball as Lausanne, The Olympic Capital and the Canton of Vaud gear up to host the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2025! One year from today, the best young basketball players from around the globe will descend on the Olympic Capital for a chance to compete for the title. 🌎 This is a fantastic opportunity to witness the next generation of basketball stars in action. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable tournament! 🗓️ #FIBAU19 #Basketball #Lausanne2025 #FutureStars #OneYearToGo 

Today marks the 87th anniversary of Baron #PierredeCoubertin becoming honorary citizen of the Ville de Lausanne. We will always be grateful to have been given the chance to walk alongside him and the modern #Olympic Movement. Happy anniversary, Monsieur le Baron! https://lnkd.in/eTtx6erw

Today, we proudly inaugurated the Lausanne 2020 - Organising Committee cauldron at its new, permanent home in the Espace Fair-Play in the Vidy, next to Lausanne's bowl and a stone throw away from the Pierre de Coubertin Stadium and the Olympic House (IOC headquarters). This unique cauldron, designed by FRANCOIS LAFORTUNE during his time as an ECAL University of Art and Design Lausanne student and constructed by local school apprentices, is shaped like a skate or snowboard ramp and stands as a lasting legacy of the Lausanne 2020 Youth Olympic Games. The event, organized in collaboration with Sports Management School Lausanne was attended by city authorities, Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee – IOC, and members of the public. We eagerly anticipate celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Lausanne 2020 Youth Olympic Games with you in 2025! Sébastien Griesmar Myriam Pasche Virginie Faivre Émilie Moeschler Grégoire Junod 📷 ©Ville de Lausanne – Mathilde Imesch

Sébastien Griesmar, Director of the Lausanne Olympic Capital Foundation, recently spoke with local media about our ongoing support for International Federations and sports organizations in the Canton of Vaud, as well as in Lausanne. He also shared exciting details about upcoming events celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Olympic Capital. We look forward to further supporting you and your federations in advancing your sports initiatives from our home here in Lausanne. See the video (in French) for more details: https: https://lnkd.in/eeznDqud   M Le Média / Canal+ Suisse – Philippe Morax

This year, Lausanne celebrates its 30th anniversary as the Olympic Capital! In 1994, the International Olympic Committee – IOC officially designated Lausanne as the Olympic Capital. To mark this milestone, we have organized a series of events that feature festive, sporting, and cultural activities. Join us in the celebrations! For the complete program, click here: https://lnkd.in/e2wb7czX

🎉 Happy 70th anniversary, UEFA! 🎉 Lausanne, the Olympic Capital, was delighted to take part in the celebrations of this remarkable milestone. We're honored that UEFA chose our region as its headquarters in 1995, and we're proud to support and celebrate such a prestigious organization in the world of sports. Here's to many more years of success and unforgettable moments in football! ⚽️🥳