Canton of Geneva Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

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Lake Geneva is considered as Central Europe’s largest lake between France and Switzerland. As your train moves nearer here, you will start to spot houses resembling French architecture rather than Swiss-style architecture. Visitors usually enjoy the cruise to notable sights, including the emblem of the city of Geneva, the “Jet d’eau”, up to 140metre high eater fountain in the middle of the lake. Geneva itself is a diplomatic hub with many luxury shops and cobbled old town. On the southern end, you can also visit the spa town and resort of Evian-les-Bains or Lausanne, Montreux and Vevey. #eurotrip

Beautiful Yvoire, France

#EuroTrip - Small French Medieval Village Located on the border with Switzerland, Yvoire is a quaint and flowery medieval village in the south-eastern region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in France. It is also situated on the French shores of Lake Geneva as well. Yvoire is also touted as one of France’s most beautiful villages, locally nicknamed the “Pearl/Gem of Lake Geneva”. The preserved and fortified village is famous for its floral display too and has been awarded by the International Trophy for Landscape and Horticulture. Take a walk along the village's historical cobblerstoned narrow streets and proceed to the beautiful waterfront with splendid views of Lake Geneva as well. Enjoy the magnificent sights the village and the waterfront has to offer. Remember to take tons of insta shots too ! Yvoire is now ranked as one of the International Laureates of Floral Decorations, and is a member of the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. A speciality of Yvoire is their filet de perche from Lake Geneva. So do give it a try when you visit. All the restaurants there serve it lol. If you are into duck foie gras and cheese, you are in for a treat too ! #urbanexplorer #helloyvoire

Geneva, the second-largest city in Switzerland

Geneva, home to many international organizations, is Switzerland's second-largest city, nestled by one of Western Europe's largest lakes, Lake Geneva. Upon arriving in Switzerland, the first impression is of cleanliness, even the waters of Lake Geneva are so clear that you can see to the bottom! The natural dividing line between Switzerland and France is Lake Geneva, where you can also find one of the world's tallest fountains, with water jets reaching up to 140 meters high! 👉 St. Peter's Cathedral is the most representative Catholic church in Geneva's old town 👉 The Palace of Nations was the headquarters of the League of Nations, the predecessor of the United Nations, and is now the European headquarters of the United Nations 👉 The Broken Chair is an artist's longing for peace, with the chair's broken leg symbolizing the limbs lost by humanity due to war! Although Switzerland is expensive, the tourist bureau has prepared free transportation cards for visitors, allowing free use of buses, trams, and boats on Lake Geneva, which is very user-friendly. However, whether we take the tram or the boat, no one has ever checked or needed to scan

The Mysterious Fork by Lake Vevey: A Wonderful Fusion of Art and Nature

Switzerland's fairy-tale land—Vevey, nestled among the lakes and mountains, hides an awe-inspiring artistic wonder. On the shores of Lake Geneva, a gigantic fork stands tall in the water, as if it were a piece of cutlery inadvertently left behind by Jesus Christ during a meal. This is no ordinary object, but a masterpiece by Swiss artist Jean Pierre Zaugg, specially designed to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Vevey Food Museum. Vevey, this small town located between Lake Geneva and the French border, has gained fame far and wide because of this giant fork in the lake. Originally a temporary art installation, it unexpectedly became a landmark of Vevey, drawing countless tourists to explore. Standing on the lakeshore, gazing at the huge fork, one can feel the harmonious blend of art and nature. It not only witnesses the prosperity and changes of Vevey but also serves as a bridge connecting the past and the future. If you also want to experience this wonder and mystery, consider embarking on a journey to Vevey to discover the story behind this giant fork in the lake. There, you will appreciate Switzerland's unique natural scenery and cultural charm, leaving behind unforgettable memories.

The United Nations Office at Geneva is also known as the United Nations Office at Geneva. When you get off the tram, you can see the United Nations compound with the national flags. There is a huge three-legged chair on the square, created by the sculptor Daniel Burseter in 1997 to commemorate the official entry into force of the Landmine Protocol. Landmines are used for military purposes, but tens of thousands of innocent civilians worldwide are disabled by lightning. The three-legged chair symbolizes the limbs that have been crippled by the thunder, but still stands tenaciously. Address: 14 Avenue de la Paix, Genve Transportation: Take bus no. 8, 28, F, V, Z to Appia station; or take the 5, 13, 11 and 15 trams to the Station Car opening hours: April to August Monday to Saturday; September to March Monday to Friday 10

[Swiss Travel] Geneva Day Tour must-have attractions Raiders Geneva is known as the capital of peace, is the location of many international organizations (the European headquarters of the United Nations and the Red Cross headquarters), where the cost of living is also in the world One of the top ten cities. Play in Geneva, at least 2 days to play well~. The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum The hill opposite the Palais des Nations is the International Committee of the Red Cross established to commemorate Henry Dunant, born in Geneva. The museum mainly introduces the history of the International Red Cross and its current activities. There are three exhibition halls: maintaining human dignity, rebuilding family ties and mitigating natural risks. The three exhibition halls are designed by three well-known designers with different backgrounds. Transportation: Take bus No. 8, 28, F, V and Z to Appia station, take bus No. 5, 13, 11 or tram 15 to Nations station tickets: free with Swiss pass L'Horloge Fleurie Famous landmark in Geneva, representing the watch industry in Geneva. The dial is decorated with 6,500 different kinds of plants, and the color varies with seasons and plant types. Jet d'Eau from the flower clock to the center of the lake, a large artificial fountain, using high-pressure pump to pump the lake water into the air, the water column can be as high as 140 meters. When the weather is fine, stand on the Mont-Blanc Bridge to enjoy the sunset and see the rainbow on the fountain. Transportation: Take Bus No. 2 and No. 6 to Rue du Lac Station, take E Road to Vollandes Station Opening Hours: Basically from 10 o'clock to sunset, in the middle of March to September there will be light St. Pierre Cathedral From the center of the center of Geneva is the Bourg-de-Four Square, where Saint Pierre Cathedral is located, the church is the commanding heights of the view of Geneva. Transportation: Take the No. 8 bus to the Rive station at the Geneva Central Station, take the No. 10 bus to the Molard station at the Geneva airport, take the 2, 7 and 12 bus to the Molard station, and take the 36 bus to the Cathdrale station; Tickets: Church free, Dengta 5CHF Rousseau House former residence mainly introduces his life, collects his works, manuscripts and other cultural relics, and also plays a long 25-minute video, telling this The life of the greatest thinker in the history of Geneva. Audio guide with Chinese channel Transport: Take the 36-way Htel-de-Ville; 3

If chocolate and saber are a must-see experience in Geneva, then the watch is even more. Advance reservation for Geneva INITIUM watch line came here to make a watch by hand~ This time relationship experience is assembled movement, although it seems to be simple action, but it is not easy to operate ~ super eye, also Very patience, but there will be a certificate after completion [hip-hop] custom assembly of a Swiss watch, it takes about 1 day, about 1200 Swiss francs.

10 yuan can't be bought in this water, every step is a postcard! ! When you go to Geneva, Switzerland, you will find a sentence in the travel brochure: "There is no Swiss who thinks that Geneva belongs to Switzerland." You may be curious, but only if you really come here will you find that this sentence may be true. As the second largest city in Switzerland, the city of the world, the capital of watches and clocks, the headquarters of various international organizations occupy half of the city, and people from more than 200 different countries occupy the population of the city. One of the points. Geneva borders France, so you can find a lot of French imprints here, there are many ancient churches and romantic French architecture. Most locals here speak multiple languages, but mainly French, German, Italian and English. Life in Geneva is very slow, and the rules are punctual and trustworthy, especially in the winter. At 8 o'clock in the evening, there is no figure in the street. After ten o'clock in the evening, I couldn't be embarrassed. Even a young man took a bath at midnight and was taken to court by the neighbor. The supermarket store is closed at 7:00 in the evening. In order to ensure that each worker has enough rest time, the law even stipulates that all businesses are not allowed to open on Sunday. If you live in Geneva, you may be happy and yelling, no more overtime! !

Palais des Nations - Geneva

The Palais des Nations is a place that you can’t miss if you are in the city of Geneva. The are tour available around the United Nations office where you get to know some of the art work, and the history of the art pieces donated. The recommended sightseen time if you are not taking the tour is half an hour or maximum one hour. The Palais des Nations is now the United Nations Office in Geneva. There are many flags of various countries at the entrance. All the flags flying on flagpoles represent the international peace in the world. This place is open form 10 am until 4 pm. #createwithtrip #geneva #switzerland

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I've seen a lot of posts saying Geneva is the most boring city in Switzerland, so I didn't have high expectations! But coincidentally, I had a layover here and after strolling around for a day, I found myself not wanting to leave... Let me list some places in Geneva that are worth visiting❗️ ⚠️Geneva hotels all provide free transport tickets, which can be used for buses and trams! Be sure to ask proactively! 1️⃣Palais des Nations: The bus stop is called: Nations! Don't make the same mistake I did by navigating to the Appia office, and then having to walk back in confusion... To visit, you need to book in advance, and when we checked in January, it was already booked until May 😂😂. 2️⃣Broken Chair: It was quite shocking to see it, an art piece calling for peace, standing tall and dignified 👍👍 3️⃣Coop's 49CF Day Pass: Not every Coop has it, I asked a staff member and he directed me to this one (near the Palais des Nations). After calculating my 4-day trip in Switzerland, this card helped me save 1000 yuan. Those who know, know; transportation in Switzerland is really expensive! 4️⃣St. Pierre Cathedral Geneva How can you travel to Europe without appreciating a church⛪️? St. Pierre Cathedral is not very big, but once inside, it always gives a sense of divine majesty. 5️⃣Geneva City Area Experience European-style architecture🏘️ and the local slow life～ 6️⃣Jet d'eau As tall as a 50-story building! In the center of Lake Geneva. The splashing water creates a dazzling mist. Under the sunlight, rainbows appear in the mist～ It's just too beautiful 📍Accommodation: Since we were taking the train the next day, we simply stayed next to the train station. It was quite late when we returned, and the area was full of homeless people, to be honest, it was a bit scary... so we quickly went back to the hotel.

Dancing with the Lake and Mountain: A 4-day 3-night Travel Guide to Switzerland

Hello, travel enthusiasts, today I am here to share my 4-day 3-night essence itinerary in Switzerland. After reading this article, I believe you will definitely not get lost when traveling in Switzerland! 💖 First of all, planning the idea of traveling to Switzerland is very important! My suggestion is to choose the mountain you mainly want to go to (First/Jungfrau), the lake you want to play (Brienz/Thun), the small town you want to see (Grindelwald/Longjiang/Lauterbrunnen/Spiez), and then look at the tickets for Zurich and Geneva, and then make the route in and out of Switzerland. Day1️⃣: London✈️➡️Geneva Depart in the morning and fly to Geneva. It takes about 40 minutes to queue when entering the country. However, you can vaguely see the continuous snow-capped mountains in the distance at the airport, which makes me very excited! So, I took the bus directly to the United Nations Palace of Nations. 🇺🇳 Seeing the national flags of various countries at the entrance of the Palace of Nations, I really had some real feelings about the legendary United Nations. If you want to visit, you can make an appointment in advance. There are also the famous broken leg wooden chair and the international anti-landmine sign at the door, which is worth a look! Then, we took the train to Bern. This section of the train route follows Lake Geneva, and the glimpse of the lake and mountains on the train brought a very shocking experience to the British who had never seen snow-capped mountains. 🚄 In Bern, the city named after the bear, we mainly went to the clock tower and the Rose Garden (Rosengarten). The Rose Garden needs to climb a few minutes on the hillside, and the town is very beautiful overlooking the river. 🐻 After the train, we arrived in Grindelwald. Just in time for the sunset in the evening, the slope under the setting sun is really a fairy tale into reality. 🏔️ This is my first three stops in Switzerland, and I will continue to introduce the following itinerary in the next article! I hope my sharing can help you. 💕

#unitedwestand

The United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), housed at the historic Palais des Nations, is the second largest United Nations centre after the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The facility, an outstanding testimony to twentieth century architecture, is situated in the beautiful Ariana park in Geneva, Switzerland. The Palais des Nations is one of the largest diplomatic conference centers globally. Around 10,000 meetings are organized each year. Most conference rooms date back to the original construction of the Palais des Nations in the 1930s.

The Broken Chair 🪑

How to get there: Tram number 15 from Cornavin and alight at Nations (or any bus that stops at Nations) Geneva is a pretty small city. I did some research and found out the Broken Chair and The United Nation are the attractions in Geneva and ofc I have to pay a visit. It took only 15 mins to reach there from city centre. If you wish to visit the inside of UN, do remember to pre book it on their website!!!! (we decide to visit Geneva so last minute that we weren’t unable to prebook it :(( ) #urbanexplorer #境外遊 #mytripvlog

Geneva's Broken Chair: Peace Symbol

#hiddengems The Broken Chair in Geneva is a powerful symbol of disarmament and peace. Erected in 1997, it stands in front of the United Nations headquarters. This monumental sculpture was created by Swiss artist Daniel Berset and constructed by carpenter Louis Genève. The chair, missing one leg, represents the impact of landmines and the urgency for a global ban on these destructive weapons. Originally set up as a temporary installation, the poignant message resonated, and the Broken Chair became a permanent fixture. It serves as a constant reminder of the devastating consequences of armed conflicts, advocating for international cooperation to eliminate the use of landmines and promote a world free from the threat of such weapons. The Broken Chair stands as a testimony to the human cost of war and the collective responsibility to strive for a more peaceful future.

A Symbolic Call for Peace

The Broken Chair in Geneva stands as a poignant symbol of war's impact on civilians. This colossal sculpture, crafted from discarded wood, draws attention to the devastating consequences of conflict. Its shattered form invites reflection on the resilience of the human spirit amid destruction. Positioned in front of the United Nations headquarters, the Broken Chair serves as a stark reminder of the global community's responsibility to pursue peace and protect human rights. The emotive power of this artwork, coupled with its strategic location, makes it a compelling and thought-provoking testament to the ongoing quest for international harmony. #fallishere

Summer in Switzerland🇨🇭

Many people tend to travel to Switzerland during the winter. But for me, this time, we did not travel during the winter. But Switzerland is just too beautiful regardless winter or other seasons. On the first day, we visited places like broken chair, fountains and explored around in Geneva. The Broken chair was larger than I thought it would be and I really recommend you to visit and get a good picture there! There are lots of people looking for good spot to take picture, make sure you find one! Broken Chair 📍1202 Geneva, Switzerland We then travelled to different places like Grindelwald and Lucerne. The views were all very amazing and you get easily get the route online. Just to share two best restaurants that I had in Switzerland. One was at Lucerne, called Ristorante Da Ernesto. It is an Italian restaurant and the pasta was good. Do try out their tiramisu too 🙌 Another restaurant was at Grindelwald, called Barry’s. Do try out their cheese pot which is the best seller in their restaurant. The prices are above average but I think it definitely worth to trying! Ristorante Da Ernesto 📍Rathausquai 11, 6004 Luzern, Switzerland Barry’s 📍Dorfstrasse 133, 3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland #Switzerland #Travel #view #food

The Geneva Water Fountain | Jet D’Eau

Jet D'Eau is probably the most famous and visited place in the city of Geneva. Getting there is pretty easy as it is located in downtown and all drivers know where is located or you can stay in nearby hotels. The whole visit, including walking around and taking pictures should last between 2 to 3 hours. Lake’s water is very beautiful, there are some colorfoul flowers around to decorate the lake. If you are lucky you will be able to see some swans around. If you walk around you might find the perfect angle to see the rainbow around the jet of water. The jet is powerful and the water can reach a height up to 140 metres! You can be in this place and walk around the whole day as there is no an open or closing time. #createwithtrip #geneva #switzerland #jetdeau

Tallest Water Fountain is in Geneva

#winhkflight #waterfountain #Geneva #switzerland The Geneva Water Fountain, also known as the Jet d’Eau that is located at the point where Lake Geneva empties into the Rhône River. This Water Fountain is one of the tallest in the world that makes it the most iconic landmarks in Geneva, Switzerland. The picture of Water Fountain was taken on a boat ride. The fountain shoots the water up to 140 meters into the air. The Water Fountain will be stunning during sunny days because rainbows maybe created when the sunlight catches the water drops. Besides admiring the tallest Water Fountain, you can leisurely walk along the lakefront promenade. I want to travel to Hong Kong to leisurely walk along their promenade.

UK Study Abroad | Swiss Travel Guide (6 days 5 nights)

🇨🇭The long-awaited Swiss travel diary is finally here We flew directly from Paris to Switzerland, the airfare is cheap and very convenient, those who can adapt can choose to play in two countries together🫡 Although the title is 6 days and 5 nights, we arrived quite late on the first day, which is equivalent to a 5-day itinerary👀 The general route of this trip to Switzerland is: Geneva➡️Zermatt (Matterhorn)➡️Grindelwald (First⛰️)➡️Interlaken (Paragliding🪂)➡️Zurich➡️Lucerne (Rigi⛰️) 🌟Day1–6.5–Paris✈️Geneva Arrived in Geneva in the evening, the airport seemed to be in a state of no one, just follow the crowd to find the bus stop! ‼️About transportation💰: You can directly purchase from 💚"Swiss Railway SBB" (💚 payment available), choose "Swiss Travel Pass" which can be used for all transportation in Switzerland during its validity period, and some scenic spots can enjoy half price discount with Swiss Pass (Matterhorn, First Mountain...) When we bought it, there was a discount, buy 4 days and get 1 day free, perfectly covering the whole itinerary, those who have plans can check in advance whether there are recent activities😎Taking the train at any time saved a lot of time and energy 🏨: Hotel Admiral (8, rue Pellegrino Rossi, 1201, Geneva) This hotel is very cost-effective, with breakfast, close to Geneva train station, and there is Chinese food nearby 🌟Day2–6.6–Geneva🚅Zermatt Woke up in the morning and went to lunch! 🥣: Jingyan (special Sichuan cuisine, and many star photos) The consumption is at p13, the price doesn't seem as scary as the legend, it's about the same as London! The taste is also good😋 📍Flower Clock➡️📍Jet d'Eau➡️📍Lake Geneva The above three attractions are almost together, walking aimlessly along the lake, it's really comfortable, Lake Geneva is very very clear, you can sit/lie by the lake and waste time🥹 I love drinking and watching the lake observing the human vibe🫶🏻 📍Old Town Citywalk Depending on the time, I wandered around the small shops, bought some souvenirs, but didn't go to the church (I'm already immune to European churches🥲) 📍United Nations Palace of Nations🇺🇳➡️📍Broken Chair The Broken Chair is opposite the United Nations, you can check in and take photos, the United Nations should be able to make an appointment for a visit (those who want to go in can find out) 🥣: For dinner, we chose the Swiss specialty cheese pot🫕 Les Brasseurs (right next to Geneva train station, very convenient) The taste is good, only a little bit smelly, with potatoes🥔 it's quite fragrant, but it's a bit greasy if you eat too much. The pork chop is also good with 🍟🥗, they also have a Chinese menu👏🏻 After dinner, we took the train to Zermatt😼 (about 4h in total)

The Geneva Water Fountain

#thingstodo The Geneva Water Fountain, known as Jet d'Eau in French, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Geneva, Switzerland. It is a large water fountain located at the point where Lake Geneva empties into the Rhône River. The fountain shoots water up to 140 meters (460 feet) into the air, creating a majestic spectacle against the backdrop of the lake and the cityscape. Originally installed in the late 19th century as a hydraulic facility, the Jet d'Eau has since become a symbol of Geneva and a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can admire the fountain from various vantage points along the lakefront or take a boat ride for a closer view. Especially during sunny days, when the sunlight catches the spray, the Jet d'Eau offers a breathtaking sight and a memorable experience for visitors to Geneva.