Visions du Réel is an internationally renowned documentary film festival held annually in Nyon, Switzerland. Established in 1969 as the Nyon International Documentary Film Festival, it adopted its current name in 1995 and is recognized as the largest Swiss documentary festival. The festival's objective is to showcase the world as it is perceived, often seeking to break away from mainstream narratives. The 56th edition of the festival is scheduled to take place from April 4 to April 13, 2025.