Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Ghasemi - The vineyards were found in the Canton of Vaud in Siocera and extended on the shores of the beautiful and famous Lake Geneva, to become a vast agricultural and touristic area called Lavaux, or Lavaux.
The establishment of the terraces of Lofou dates back to the eleventh century, when grapes were grown by monks, and there is some evidence that the first vineyards in the area were planted during the Roman era.
The vineyards in Lofou are considered a real national treasure, and are also included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, and the musician Prince had sung about them in one of his albums.
Visitors can explore the terraces and enjoy the stunning panoramic views that are breathtaking. They can also practice walking or cycling through the various paths, and even drive a car that can take you to the worlds of beauty.
The hiking trail not only offers amazing sites among the fields, but also passes through the medieval city of St. Savorin, in addition to a number of authentic Swiss villages, and there is also the "Louveau Panoramic" train, which takes visitors around the most amazing and wonderful places.
The best seasons to visit
The spring and summer seasons can be considered the best for enjoying the greenery of the place where the stunning views amaze you, while the autumn season is a time for harvesting and the colors change to yellow, but it also has beauty that always attracts photographers to it.
The vineyards in Lefou can be reached by train or bus from various Swiss cities, as well as by boat from Geneva or Evian, which provides a very romantic experience.
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