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Removals Canton of Vaud

Moving in the Canton of Vaud – from Lausanne to Montreux, at a clear guide price

We handle moves in all municipalities in the Canton of Vaud – whether Lausanne, Yverdon-les-Bains, Montreux, Nyon or Vevey. Quote within 24 hours, no Saturday surcharge.

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    Process

    From German-speaking Switzerland to Vaud: the move in 10 steps

    A long journey, a short registration deadline and destinations ranging from lakeside promenade to Jura heights and Alpine chalet: these ten steps bring your belongings safely to the canton of Vaud.

    1. 01

      Enquiry with destination address

      Tell us where you live now and your new address, whether on Lake Geneva, in the Gros-de-Vaud or in the Jura; after the free survey, the quote follows within 24 hours.

    2. 02

      Choosing the moving day wisely

      In Vaud you have to register with the new municipality particularly quickly. We therefore set the moving day so that the in-person counter appointment fits in comfortably afterwards.

    3. 03

      Parking at the destination

      If the lorry has to stand on public ground in Lausanne, Nyon or Yverdon, we submit the application to the responsible municipal office; the fee is charged by the authority.

    4. 04

      Boxes in advance

      Boxes and packing material are ready at your current address two to three weeks in advance, so that everything is packed and labelled before departure for Romandy.

    5. 05

      Moving out with protection

      We cover the stairwell, lift car and floors of your current flat before carrying out any furniture, so that the handover later goes ahead without damage to the building.

    6. 06

      Long drive on the A1

      The loaded lorry travels on the A1 towards Romandy. Since driving time counts as working time, we schedule loading and departure tightly, without unnecessary breaks in between.

    7. 07

      Checking access on site

      Steep neighbourhoods in Lausanne, narrow lanes on the Lavaux vineyard slopes or an Alpine chalet near Aigle: gradient and turning space determine how close the lorry can get.

    8. 08Optional

      Furniture lift for narrow stairways

      If a stairwell on the Riviera or in an older building is too narrow for sofa and wardrobe, we lift the bulky pieces straight into the flat with the furniture lift.

    9. 09

      Assembly by carpenters

      Our own carpenters assemble beds, wardrobes and tables in your new Vaud home, and every labelled box ends up in the room it is meant for.

    10. 10

      Handing over the old flat

      On request, our team cleans your previous flat and attends the inspection; afterwards we collect the empty boxes and invoice according to the quote.

    Moving in the Canton of Vaud

    Vaud: from Lake Geneva to the Jura

    From our head office in Wallisellen we reach Vaud via the A1 – whether for a move within the canton, from Vaud to Zurich or the other way round.

    Important: a shorter deadline applies in Vaud – registration must take place within 8 days. eUmzug is only available in some municipalities so far. In the customer portal we remind you of the deadlines with exact dates.

    • Guide prices: from CHF 550.– (1–1.5 rooms), from CHF 990.– (3–3.5 rooms), excl. VAT.
    • No Saturday surcharge: Same price Monday to Saturday.
    • Free loan boxes: sturdy and reusable.
    • Quote within 24 hours: after an on-site or video survey.
    Re-registering in the Canton of Vaud

    Deadlines after moving in the Canton of Vaud

    Anyone moving in the Canton of Vaud registers the move with the municipality. A separate deadline applies to vehicles.

    What applies in the Canton of Vaud

    • Municipality: Registration with the new municipality within 8 days of the move, in person at the counter (Canton of Vaud).
    • Online: via eUmzug only in some municipalities; both the old and the new municipality must take part.
    • Vehicle: Report changes to the vehicle registration document, such as the new address, to the road traffic office within 14 days; if you move from another canton, you receive new number plates.
    • Parkplatz in Lausanne: Reservation for the move with the Service de la mobilité, signage at least 7 working days in advance.
    • Post: Set up mail forwarding at least 4 working days before your move.

    Sources: Canton of Vaud: Changement d’adresse · Ville de Lausanne: Réservation place de parc déménagement

    Moving costs Canton of Vaud

    Removals to Vaud: how distance and terrain shape the price

    Vaud stretches from the Jura across the Mittelland into the Alps, with almost 2,900 metres of altitude between Lake Geneva and the Diablerets. A flat in Lausanne mainly needs a good parking spot, whereas a chalet in the Alps calls for checks on the access road and carrying distance. The distance to French-speaking Switzerland matters, because the journey there and back from Wallisellen counts as working time. A cost ceiling is available on request.

    Guide prices for moving in the Canton of Vaud
    Apartment SizeGuide valueIncluded
    1 – 1.5 roomsfrom CHF 550Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance
    2 – 2.5 roomsfrom CHF 850Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance
    3 – 3.5 roomsfrom CHF 990.–Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance
    4 – 4.5 roomsfrom CHF 1'490.–Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance
    5 – 5.5 roomsfrom CHF 1'790.–Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance
    6 – 6.5 roomsfrom CHF 1'990.–Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance

    All prices include insurance and exclude 8.1% VAT. Guide values are based on average effort; the exact amount is determined during the free on-site survey and invoiced according to actual working time, including travel to and from the site.

    Customer portal for the Canton of Vaud

    Moving to Vaud: re-registering with a checklist and deadlines in French

    Whether Lausanne, the Riviera around Vevey and Montreux or Yverdon-les-Bains: at your new home in Vaud, French is the official and everyday language. Once you enter your moving date and municipality, the customer portal provides a checklist with deadlines, ready-made letters for insurers and direct links to the official offices.

    • Municipality Registration with the new municipality within 8 days of the move, in person at the counter (Canton of Vaud).
    • Vehicle Report your new address to the road traffic office within 14 days.
    • Post Forwarding at least 4 working days before the move.
    • Serafe no action needed – the address is passed on via the residents’ registration office.

    Moving to Vaud: deadlines and letters in the portal

    • Notify your insurers: Lausanne, the Riviera or Yverdon-les-Bains: your household contents and liability insurers receive your new Vaud address with the ready-made letter; you just add policy number and date.
    • Set up mail forwarding: So that letters reach you in Vevey or Montreux, set up forwarding at least 4 working days before the move – via the direct link in the checklist.
    • Report your departure: If you are leaving Fribourg, Neuchâtel or Geneva, deregistering with your current municipality is on the list. eUmzug (online change of address) only works if both the old and the new municipality take part.
    • Register your arrival: In the canton of Vaud you register in person at the counter of your new municipality within 8 days of moving. The portal sets this short deadline from your moving date.

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    Removals Vaud – quick enquiry

    Moving in the Vaud region? Enter your moving-out and moving-in addresses – we will get back to you within 24 hours with your quote.

    • No Saturday surcharge – same price from Monday to Saturday.
    • Quote within 24 hours – personally from our team.
    • 20% new-customer discount on all services.
    • Parking reservation on moving day we organise it for you free of charge.

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        Canton of Vaud at a glance

        Moving in the Canton of Vaud: region, towns & tips

        Vaud stretches from Lake Geneva across the Swiss Plateau to the Jura and the Vaud Alps. The official language is French; the canton is divided into 10 districts and its capital is Lausanne.

        Regions and towns where we move

        • Lausanne and Ouest lausannois
        • Riviera with Vevey and Montreux
        • La Côte with Morges and Nyon
        • Nord vaudois with Yverdon-les-Bains
        • Chablais and the Alps with Aigle

        Moving tips for the Canton of Vaud

        • Lausanne is very steep – we plan carrying routes and lifts carefully.
        • According to the city, in Lausanne the parking reservation for the move must be requested at least 7 working days in advance.
        • According to the canton, registration with the new municipality must take place within 8 days.
        Kanton Waadt
        Waadt · Foto: Rama, CC BY-SA 2.0 fr, via Wikimedia Commons
        Canton of Vaud in figures
        HauptortLausanne
        AmtsspracheFrench
        Population of the Canton of Vaud859'186 (Stand 30. September 2025)
        Area of the Canton of Vaud3'212 km²
        Districts10
        NachbarkantoneGenf, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Bern, Wallis
        NachbarlandFrance
        Our headquartersWallisellen ZH
        Population, area and official language: Wikipedia – Canton of Vaud.
        Getting to know Vaud

        Zügeln to Vaud: moving to Switzerland's third-largest canton

        Zügeln is Swiss German for moving house. By population and economic output, Vaud is the third-largest canton after Zurich and Bern, and the fourth-largest by area. 859,186 people live here (as of 30 September 2025). The official and everyday language is French: in the 2000 census, 81.83 per cent named French as the language they speak best, and 4.75 per cent German.

        Jura, Mittelland and Alps in one canton

        Apart from Bern, Vaud is the only canton that extends into all three major regions of Switzerland: the Jura occupies the north-west, the Alps the south-east, and in between lies the Mittelland (Swiss plateau) with rolling hills and fertile valleys. Between Lake Geneva at 372 m above sea level and the Sommet des Diablerets at 3,210 m there is a difference in altitude of almost 2,900 metres. Lakes cover around 12 per cent of the canton, including Lake Geneva in the south, the southern shore of Lake Neuchâtel and the Lac de Joux in the Jura.

        A move here may involve a flat on the lakeside promenade, a house in the Jura or a chalet in the Alps. That is why we determine vehicle size, parking spot and carrying distance during the free on-site survey; where access is tight, we use a furniture lift.

        Urban areas on the lake and in the north

        Most of the population lives in urban agglomerations:

        • Lausanne with its neighbouring municipalities: around 324,400 inhabitants
        • Vevey and Montreux on the Vaud Riviera: 89,900
        • Aigle region: 37,100
        • Yverdon-les-Bains on Lake Neuchâtel: 31,600

        Nyon looks more towards Geneva; other important towns are Morges, Renens and Rolle. A special case is the district of Avenches, an exclave entirely surrounded by the canton of Fribourg; conversely, three Fribourg enclaves lie within Vaud.

        Lausanne rail hub and the first motorway

        Switzerland's first motorway was the Geneva–Lausanne route, today's A1. Lausanne station is a hub for regional, national and international services, and since 2008 the Métro M2 has run as a fully automated underground system. Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey, Nyon, Morges, Yverdon-les-Bains and Aigle have dense bus and trolleybus networks. Many commuters do without a car: in 2025 there were 511.1 passenger cars per 1,000 inhabitants.

        Vaud is also home to the headquarters of companies such as Logitech, Nestlé, Philip Morris International and Kudelski. For businesses, we plan the move outside working hours.

        For tourism, the canton is divided into four regions: «Cities – Lakes», «Jura», «Countryside» and «Alps». With Lavey and Yverdon-les-Bains it has two thermal spas, and CGN boats sail on Lake Geneva as far as French towns such as Évian-les-Bains.

        From German-speaking Switzerland to Lake Geneva

        From 1536 to 1798 Vaud was a subject territory of Bern, and since 1803 it has been a canton in its own right. Today, a move from Zurich to Vaud is also a change to French-speaking Switzerland. We handle it with furniture assembly, final cleaning and furniture storage if needed, as well as a move to Geneva, to the canton of Fribourg, to Neuchâtel or to Valais.

        Frequently asked questions

        Who attends the flat inspection when I move from Lausanne back to German-speaking Switzerland?
        Our cleaning team, if you book the final cleaning with handover guarantee. It is on site for the inspection, known in Romandy as the état des lieux, and immediately puts right any complaints from the property management free of charge. That way you do not have to travel back to Lake Geneva after the move just to hand over keys and the report.

        How do a cost ceiling and a flat rate differ for a move to Vaud?
        With a flat rate, the amount for the agreed scope is fixed from the start. With a cost ceiling, you pay for the working time actually spent, but no more than the agreed upper limit; if things go faster, the amount drops. Especially with the long journey to Lake Geneva, both give you planning certainty, and they are agreed after the survey.

        How do you plan a move to the Lac de Joux in the Vaud Jura?
        With an early start, because the lake lies off the main routes in the Jura and driving time counts as working time. We load quickly at your current home, drive straight through and check in advance whether the lorry can reach the front door. A cost ceiling is especially advisable here, as you then know the total amount despite the long distance.

        What do movers look out for with a Lausanne flat whose entrance is not at street level?
        The route from the lorry to the door: in this hilly city, steps or ramps sometimes lead up or down to the building entrance. We measure steps, landings and doors at both addresses and plan enough carriers and, for a piano (transport from CHF 250.–), the right equipment. Where the stairway is too narrow, the furniture lift helps.

        Where are my belongings kept if the flat in Vaud is not ready to move into yet?
        Before the move to Vaud, they can go into our furniture storage, which is dry, climate-controlled and fitted with an alarm. This lets you hand back your Zurich flat on time, even if your new home in Vevey, Morges or Yverdon-les-Bains is not yet free. As soon as the move-in date is fixed, we bring everything to Romandy and assemble the furniture.

        What should I do myself before moving day to French-speaking Switzerland?
        Important documents, jewellery and medication are best packed in your own luggage, along with charging cables and everything for the first night. Empty wardrobes and chests of drawers, defrost the fridge the day before and label the boxes with the destination room. That way we can load without interruption on moving day.

        Why do Vaud rules apply in Avenches even though it is surrounded by the canton of Fribourg?
        Because the district of Avenches belongs to Vaud as an exclave. Registration, vehicle registration document and number plates therefore follow Vaud requirements, even if you travel to Fribourg every day for shopping and work. For us, the route simply passes through Fribourg territory, and we apply for the parking spot with the local municipality.

        What precautions protect glass and electronics on the way to Lake Geneva?
        We pack mirrors, pictures and glass panels individually with protective material, and televisions and computers in padded covers or their own boxes. In the vehicle all items are strapped down so that nothing shifts on the long motorway journey. Insurance is already included in our prices; no separate policy is needed.

        Local moving logistics

        Moving to Vaud: Lausanne, Riviera, Jura and Alps

        Apart from Bern, Vaud is the only canton that covers the Jura, the Mittelland and the Alps. Destination addresses vary accordingly, from a city flat in Lausanne to a house on the Lac de Joux.

        Lausanne and neighbouring municipalities

        Around 324,400 people live in this agglomeration. In the city we secure the parking spot early; in the upper part of town, where a road tunnel cuts through the rock, we also check gradient and access.

        Vevey, Montreux and Lavaux

        Between Lausanne and Montreux, the Vaud Riviera extends with Lavaux. On the slopes above the lake we clarify vehicle size and carrying distance; in the lakeside towns, mainly the parking space in front of the building.

        Yverdon-les-Bains on Lake Neuchâtel

        Yverdon-les-Bains and its agglomeration lie on the southern shore of Lake Neuchâtel. The lakeside location is flat, so the focus is on parking, lift dimensions and floor level, which we record precisely for the quote.

        Aigle region and the Vaud Alps

        In the south-east the canton rises to the Sommet des Diablerets at 3,210 m. For chalets and flats in the Alps we check access in advance and choose vehicle size and furniture lift to suit the slope and the route.

        Parking reservation

        We clarify for your new address whether the removal lorry needs to stand on public ground and apply for the reservation to the responsible office in Vaud. We take care of the form and the appointment; the fee is charged by the authority.

        Disposal

        We dispose of discarded furniture properly for CHF 65.– per m³, so that only what you need travels to Vaud. For small quantities of recyclables after moving in, the collection point of your Vaud municipality is available.

        B2B

        Laboratory, server and office moves in Vaud

        Micromechanics, electronics, medical technology as well as information and biotechnology shape Vaud's industry, along with technology parks and headquarters such as Logitech and Nestlé. We relocate laboratories, servers and offices outside working hours.

        Districts in the Canton of Vaud

        Moving in all 10 districts of the Canton of Vaud

        Here you will find each district with its population, area and the special features for your move.

        Population (as of 31 December 2025) and area: Wikipedia, respective article (e.g. Aigle district). Photos: Wikimedia Commons, author and licence shown with each image.

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        International Moves

        Moving abroad from the Canton of Vaud

        The Canton of Vaud borders France. We also move you there and to other European countries – with an inventory list for customs and end-of-tenancy cleaning in Switzerland.

        Frequently asked questions

        Frequently asked questions about moving in the Canton of Vaud

        Who attends the flat inspection when I move from Lausanne back to German-speaking Switzerland?

        Our cleaning team, if you book the final cleaning with handover guarantee. It is on site for the inspection, known in Romandy as the état des lieux, and immediately puts right any complaints from the property management free of charge. That way you do not have to travel back to Lake Geneva after the move just to hand over keys and the report.

        How do a cost ceiling and a flat rate differ for a move to Vaud?

        With a flat rate, the amount for the agreed scope is fixed from the start. With a cost ceiling, you pay for the working time actually spent, but no more than the agreed upper limit; if things go faster, the amount drops. Especially with the long journey to Lake Geneva, both give you planning certainty, and they are agreed after the survey.

        How do you plan a move to the Lac de Joux in the Vaud Jura?

        With an early start, because the lake lies off the main routes in the Jura and driving time counts as working time. We load quickly at your current home, drive straight through and check in advance whether the lorry can reach the front door. A cost ceiling is especially advisable here, as you then know the total amount despite the long distance.

        What do movers look out for with a Lausanne flat whose entrance is not at street level?

        The route from the lorry to the door: in this hilly city, steps or ramps sometimes lead up or down to the building entrance. We measure steps, landings and doors at both addresses and plan enough carriers and, for a piano (transport from CHF 250.–), the right equipment. Where the stairway is too narrow, the furniture lift helps.

        Where are my belongings kept if the flat in Vaud is not ready to move into yet?

        Before the move to Vaud, they can go into our furniture storage, which is dry, climate-controlled and fitted with an alarm. This lets you hand back your Zurich flat on time, even if your new home in Vevey, Morges or Yverdon-les-Bains is not yet free. As soon as the move-in date is fixed, we bring everything to Romandy and assemble the furniture.

        What should I do myself before moving day to French-speaking Switzerland?

        Important documents, jewellery and medication are best packed in your own luggage, along with charging cables and everything for the first night. Empty wardrobes and chests of drawers, defrost the fridge the day before and label the boxes with the destination room. That way we can load without interruption on moving day.

        Why do Vaud rules apply in Avenches even though it is surrounded by the canton of Fribourg?

        Because the district of Avenches belongs to Vaud as an exclave. Registration, vehicle registration document and number plates therefore follow Vaud requirements, even if you travel to Fribourg every day for shopping and work. For us, the route simply passes through Fribourg territory, and we apply for the parking spot with the local municipality.

        What precautions protect glass and electronics on the way to Lake Geneva?

        We pack mirrors, pictures and glass panels individually with protective material, and televisions and computers in padded covers or their own boxes. In the vehicle all items are strapped down so that nothing shifts on the long motorway journey. Insurance is already included in our prices; no separate policy is needed.

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