The park surrounding the museum features an athletic track that is exactly 100 meters long.
The museum holds the largest archive of Olympic-related documents and artifacts in the world.
The flame at the entrance of the museum burns continuously and is fueled by a gas line.
The building was inaugurated in 1993 by Juan Antonio Samaranch.
Several sculptures in the museum park were donated by Olympic host cities to commemorate their games.
The Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, is the global epicenter for the history and evolution of the modern Olympic Games. It spans over 3,000 square meters of exhibition space, featuring more than 1,500 objects related to Olympic history. The permanent collection is organized across three levels: The Olympic World, The Olympic Games, and The Olympic Spirit. The museum utilizes high-tech audiovisual displays, including a cinematic exploration of Olympic philosophy and opening ceremonies. Visitors can view an extensive collection of torches from every Summer and Winter Games. The site is situated on the shores of Lake Geneva within a landscaped park containing various sculptures. It serves as the primary educational resource for the Olympic movement and the International Olympic Committee. The architecture integrates a curved design that follows the incline of the surrounding hillside.
The elevated outdoor terrace facing Lake Geneva with the Olympic rings in the foreground.
Download the official museum audio guide app before arriving to enhance the interactive displays.
The TOM Café offers a terrace with panoramic views of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
Visit the 'Olympic World' level first to establish the historical context before moving to the specific games' exhibits.
Rushing through the bottom level; many visitors overlook the interactive physical challenge stations.
Closed on Mondays during the winter season.
