Visions du Réel Is Back in Nyon This April
- Seema Sharma
- 17 hours ago
- 2 min read
From 17 to 26 April 2026, Nyon once again hosts Switzerland’s leading documentary film festival and one of the most recognised internationally.
Not just for Film People
If you’ve never been, it’s easy to assume this is “for cinephiles.” It is. But it’s also much more than that. Visions du Réel is built around real stories with films that explore lives, ideas and perspectives from around the world. The kind you don’t usually come across on mainstream platforms. And the atmosphere is surprisingly open. You can dip in for a single screening or stay for a discussion and then soak up the vibes around town.
A festival that Puts Nyon on the Map
Created in 1969, the festival has grown into Switzerland’s leading documentary event and a key date on the international film calendar. Each year, it brings filmmakers and audiences from across the world to Nyon, with many films shown as world or international premieres. Nyon becomes a hub of ideas, creativity and conversation, all centred around stories that reflect the world as it is, or as it’s changing.
What to Expect this Year
The 2026 edition marks the 57th festival, with a programme that typically includes:
More than 150 films across different formats and themes
Screenings throughout the day and evening
Q&As and discussions with filmmakers
Industry events running alongside the public programme
Activities for younger audiences
There are also the smaller moments that regulars know well, conversations outside venues and spontaneous recommendations.
Easy to Access and Planning Your Visit
Everything takes place right in town, with main venues just a short walk from the train station.
You don’t need to commit to the full programme. Even one film is enough to get a feel for it.
And if you’ve lived in Nyon for a while and never quite got around to going, this is your reminder. The programme is already live, so now’s a good time to pick a few screenings and plan ahead.
You can explore the programme and book tickets via the official site: https://www.visionsdureel.ch/
Ticket Pre-sale at Place du Marché 2 in Nyon
31 March to 13 April
Monday and Tuesday 14:00-18:00
Main ticket offices at Place du Réel
16 April – 14h00-21h00
17 - 25 April – 9h00-21h00
26 April – 9h00-17h00
This the official trailer from Visions du Réel to give you a feeling of what the festival is all about.
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