Beau-Rivage Palace Brunch ; Christmas Treats

The luxurious Beau-Rivage Palace brunch is a treasure trove of indulgent flavours.

Beau-Rivage Palace Brunch

A Christmas Meal

Trying the brunch at the Beau-Rivage Palace in Lausanne is a long-held wish. The praise is plentiful and the photos on social media are mouth-watering. Several bloggers have already had the chance to discover it. The booking is finally made for a Sunday in December, in this legendary place. After the BAR at the Beau-Rivage (in French), it is time for the palace’s famous Terrasse. Brunch is served there on Sundays, with a view of the gardens, Lake Geneva and the Alps. As a bonus, the hotel is dressed in its Christmas decorations. A treat for decoration lovers.

The Beau-Rivage Palace, a Historic Palace Hotel

Opened in 1861 on the shores of Lake Geneva, the Beau-Rivage Palace is one of the oldest palace hotels in Switzerland. Its Belle Époque architecture dominates the Ouchy district. A large wooded park separates it from the lake and the Alps. Over the decades, the hotel has welcomed artists, writers and personalities from all over the world. The brunch is a chance to enjoy this exceptional setting for the length of a meal.

Dining on the Terrace

Beau-Rivage Palace Brunch

Shortly after noon, the restaurant’s glass door opens onto a whole world of indulgence. The brunch consists of a large buffet of varied hot and cold dishes. Fish, meat and salads make up the savoury selection, already devoured with the eyes. To one side, several tables hold the plates of desserts. Croissants and pains au chocolat sit alongside sweet treats. Just looking at them makes your mouth water.

Beau-Rivage Palace Brunch

An Indulgent Buffet

After this tour of the tables, the plate fills up with a little of everything. The classic order applies, starting with savoury. The mix of fish and salads wins you over from the first bites. Each piece is perfectly prepared and melts on the tongue. A true explosion of flavours. Accompanied by a glass of champagne, this start to the meal is perfect. After a few trips to the savoury side, it is time for desserts and sweets. The pastries are as melt-in-the-mouth as you could wish. Macarons and madeleines win the biggest crush.

Refined and generous, this brunch offers a festive interlude by the lake. An ideal address to celebrate the festive season in style. Booking is recommended, especially during the Christmas period.

Chemin de Beau-Rivage 21, 1006 Lausanne
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Beau-Rivage Palace Brunch