Saint Saphorin

Saint-Saphorin is a winegrowing village located on the shore of Lake Geneva, in the heart of the Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village is characterized by narrow passages and cobbled laneways, lined with vintners' houses and simple dwellings, most of which have been built in the characteristic style of the region. The village square, also referred to as Pappelplatz, is surrounded by important buildings such as the reformed church with its bell tower and the Auberge de l’Onde. The village has a rich history, with evidence of a Gallo-Roman village, and has been an inspiration to many artists, including Vaud's most famous chansonnier, Jean Villad Gilles. The village is also known for its beautiful architecture, with many buildings featuring lime-covered masonry structures and symmetrical, colourful facades