-· a friendly environment and a fraternal welcome, with no spiritual, political, social, or religious barriers
· an initiation to one of the oldest European esoteric traditions
· an opportunity for an exciting and uninhibited exchange of opinions, on any and all subjects and problems of the day, in an atmosphere of spiritual enlightenment and tolerance 
· material and psychological assistance in cases of need 
· well-defined by-laws which exclude any possibility of sectarianism
· a well-stocked library for stimulating and enjoyable reading
 

-· an open and tolerant attitude towards other members’ opinions, religious faiths and expectations
· great respect for each man’s duties towards himself, his family, and his country
· a keen sense of justice and civic responsibility
· total discretion regarding Masonic secrets and the identity of other members outside of the Lodge
· steady progress in the assimilation of symbolism and ritual expertise
· faithful attendance and participation in the diverse Lodge activities, both spiritual and social, as well as charity work
· an interest in preparing and delivering talks on Masonry or other topics
 

The Lodge was founded in 1871 by one of the most prominent French-speaking men of the time, the politician and lawyer Louis Ruchonnet (later President of the Swiss State), together with many other well-known and prominent local citizens :

Louis Ruchonnet Jr, President
Jules Chaudet, Senior Warden
Eugène Bernard,Junior Warden
Henri Vidoudez, Secretary
Louis Rossier, Tresorier
and :

Eugène Baud,  Jules Besançon, Constant Borgeaud, Constant Buxcel, 
Jules Eytel, Samuel Palaz, Eugène Piccard, Théophile Redard, Charles Roulet, Louis Ruchonnet père,  Louis Veillon, 

In the early days, meetings were held every week (except during the Summer season), initially on Saturdays, then on Fridays, now on Mondays.

The very first meetings were held in the homes of various members. Then the Lodge rented facilities in a series of locations within the city. Finally, in 1951, the then two Lausanne Lodges jointly built their own premises in the centre of town.

As in other Lodges, « Liberté » is managed by a Committee of Master Masons, chaired by the Master of the Lodge. Each Committee member has specific duties and is entirely responsible for the work entrusted to him.

Every four years, the Lodge elects a Deputy Master (Maître Député) who ensures that the General Principles of Grand Lodge are respected. He thus serves as intermediary between the Lodge and the Grand Master of the Swiss Grand Lodge Alpina. The Lodge is however entirely independent in its internal decisions.

Meetings are held every other Monday, except during the Summer months.
 
 

Come in for a visit or a private talk!