The city of Lausanne is now offering free WiFi in seven of the city’s main squares – Flon, Palud, Riponne, St-François, Montbenon, Navigation, Port, Service des Automobiles and Aéroport de la Blécherette. It is also available in some lakeside locations. This free Internet access is available to residents and visitors alike and is referred to as “FreeSpot”.

The Lausanne Tourisme site gives detailed maps showing the locations where WiFi can be picked up.

This facilitates business meetings in cafés and restaurants that are near the FreeSpots. It is, however, advisable to call the restaurant or café where you make your appointment to make sure that the WiFi actually picks up the network.

Filters have been installed so that minors cannot access inappropriate sites and content.