Leysin is a fabulous winter resort in Vaud, Switzerland. This sunny village lies on the eastern shore of Lake Geneva, near the cosmopolitan cities of Geneva, Montreux and Lausanne. Once famous for its tuberculosis treatment facilities, it has transformed to a world-class destination for recreation and mountain sports. Located at 1263 m above sea level, it offers scenic landscapes for cross-country skiing, opportunities for snowshoe tours and ski runs for all types of skiers. You will have a memorable experience in the Tobogganing Park, the biggest snow tubing facility on the continent. Leysin hosts the annual Nescafé Champs Open and several international cross-country ski races. The majestic Valais Mountains provide an invigorating setting.