Dams in Geneva

Bains des Pâquis provides a welcoming haven for sun worshippers and anyone seeking relaxation in both summer and winter. Located a few metres from the famous Jet d’Eau water fountain, it affords breathtaking views of the lake. Activities are available appropriate to the time of year.

Listed as a historic building, the Brunswick Monument is surprising in its architecture and history. This neo-Gothic-style mausoleum is a historical replica of the Scaligeri family tomb in Verona dating from the fourteenth century and built at the request of the Duke of Brunswick.

Climb the north tower of the Cathedral of St. Pierre in Geneva and look out over the old town, Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and the Alps. Under the church floor, an excavation site takes you back to the 4th century.

With its magical view of Mont-Blanc across the lake, Perle du Lac Park is the ideal place for relaxing moments spent by the lakeside. It’s no wonder that the wife of Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf called this place the “pearl of the lake”.

The broad diversity of Victorinox products can be discovered across a total of three floors.

Throughout the year, Lake Geneva offers countless opportunities for recreation. Enjoy a relaxing moment on the largest lake in Europe and discover the typical little village of Hermance.

Formerly known as the Island of the Boats, Rousseau Island owes its current name to its imposing bronze statue, erected in honor of the famous philosopher of the Enlightenment in 1835

Built into the old city walls of Geneva, the Reformation Wall overlooks the Parc des Bastions. Just a stone’s throw from the magnificent Place de Neuve in an exceptionally beautiful setting, the major figures of the Protestant Reformation are depicted as giant statues and bas-reliefs.

The Geneva Watch Tour through the Old Town offers an entertaining journey through the realm of watchmaking.

Geneva's Opera, a world renowned institution. A splendid opera house inspired by the architecture of the Parisian Palais Garnier, with top-notch programming for demanding music lovers.

For a number of years, every autumn and winter, an outdoor seasonal ice rink has been constructed in Parc des Bastions. This is an opportunity to skate in the heart of Geneva, near the Reformation Monument.

The 140-meter-high Jet d'Eau in the harbor basin of Lake Geneva is the symbol of the city, which is considered the cradle of haute horlogerie. The old town overlooks the left bank and is dominated by the Saint-Pierre Cathedral.

The Palais des Nations in Geneva is the European headquarters of the United Nations and one of the most important centres for international diplomacy. On a guided tour, you will take a look behind the scenes of world politics.

Discover Geneva's old town – the Vieille Ville. Walk through cobblestone alleys, climb the tower of the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre and explore the Place du Bourg-de-Four, the oldest square in the city.

In a world that is becoming increasingly stressful, the wellness and fitness areas of the Bains de Cressy – which can be found a little outside Geneva – offer plenty of peace and relaxation.

With the Salève cable car, you float from the outskirts of Geneva to an altitude of 1100 meters in 5 minutes. At the top, a 360-degree view of Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc and the Jura Mountains awaits you.

Skating in the heart of Geneva. Parc des Bastions has an ice rink that is perfect for couples, children and families alike – in other words: anyone who loves the thrill of skating on ice. What’s more, it’s free!

With its views of Lake Geneva, Parc des Eaux-Vives is probably one of the most beautiful and oldest parks in the city of Geneva. Nature lovers will appreciate the many hundred-year-old trees and the expansive lawned areas. Plage des Eaux-Vives (Eaux-Vives Beach) is also just a stone’s throw away.

Immerse yourself in the world of the smallest particles and biggest questions of the universe. At CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, you can become a researcher yourself and experience physics up close.