Lots of customers drop by the shop straight after work, still a bit tense from their day. I often ask what they're planning next, and the conversation almost always turns to the best places to relax in Yverdon.
The lakeside: the obvious one we forget
Yverdon beach and the lakeside promenade are the first reflex, and for good reason: it's ten minutes' walk from the centre, it's free, and in the evening the light on the water is really worth it. Many of my customers go there for a short walk after work, sometimes with a tea or herbal tea made at home.
The thermal baths, for a real break
For a more complete way to relax, Yverdon's thermal baths are a sure bet, especially in the evening when it gets a bit quieter. Several regulars have told me they combine a session there with a little CBD the same evening to make the relaxed feeling last once they're home.
The old town, for those who prefer to stroll
Yverdon's old town, with its cobbled lanes and Place Pestalozzi, is calmer than you'd imagine on a weekday after 6 pm. A few discreet terraces let you sit down away from the shopping-centre crowds – ideal for winding down without going far.
"I work just round the corner, and I used to go straight home still stressed. Since I started walking along the lake for twenty minutes before heading home, even doing nothing special, I'm in a different frame of mind in the evening."
Our shop, a stop along the way
We're right in the centre of Yverdon, so we see a lot of people passing between work and home. Some stop just to chat, others to pick up a herbal tea or an oil before carrying on to the lake. It's become a bit of a habit for quite a few local customers.
If you're looking for a good way to switch off after the office, come and see us at Rue des Pêcheurs 1 – we know the area well and are always happy to talk about it.
