A Day At the Vineyards!

On Sunday, our entire group walked down to the train station and we took a train out to a nearby town, Lavaux. Here we walked through the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards. It was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. We walked on paths through terraced vineyards that bordered Lake Geneva. We were even allowed to eat some of the grapes! There were small towns throughout the vineyards that were so cute and quaint with an amazing view of the lake! After walking through the vineyards, we took a boat to the next town, Lutry. Here we were given free time. Ceele, Naomi, and I ended up exploring the town with a Lausanne native. Finola was an older lady who was born in Ireland and has lived in Lausanne for 30 years. She took us through the quiet town, which was deserted because it was Sunday. She knew the streets very well and was able to explain to us all about the town and the country. She showed us a beautiful church and even took us to an amazing café where she treated us three to cappuccinos. After, she walked us along the lake and told us stories and taught us some French phrases. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. Her generosity and willingness to share her knowledge reminded me a lot of my own grandma and made me miss her even more!!