The mansion was constructed in 1842 by the banker Charles-Juste Bugnion.
The foundation holds a significant collection of Swiss paintings, notably works by Cuno Amiet and Félix Vallotton.
The park surrounding the villa contains century-old sequoia trees.
The museum interior retains original woodwork and fireplaces from the 1840s.
The transition from a private residence to a public museum was stipulated in the bequest of the Bugnion family.
The Fondation de l’Hermitage is a private museum housed in a 19th-century mansion, known as the former residence of the Bugnion family, located on a hill overlooking Lausanne. The institution organizes temporary exhibitions of fine arts, focusing on international masters and Swiss artists. The villa, donated by the Bugnion family to the city in 1976, maintains its historical domestic layout to provide an intimate viewing experience. It regularly partners with major global museums to host prestigious collections. The grounds feature an English-style park with panoramic views of the Lake Geneva basin and the Alps. The collection includes notable Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works.
The terrace overlooking the city with the Cathedral and Lake Geneva in the background.
Check the official website for exhibition changeovers, as the museum closes between shows.
Allow extra time to walk through the surrounding park for views of the cathedral.
Utilize the on-site cafe for a view of the garden.
Do not rush through the galleries; the villa's historical architecture is integral to the exhibit experience.
Closed between exhibition periods; typically closed on Mondays.
