Jetée de la Compagnie

Anchored at a prime spot on Lake Geneva, this alfresco bar and event space is one of Lausanne’s best (and cheapest) summer hangouts. Open only from April to October, it serves well-mixed (read: strong) cocktails, local wines and beers, along with charcuterie platters. Bands serenade the crowd at sunset, followed by late-night funk from DJs. Be sure to pack your swimmers for a sunset dip in le lac.