Barefoot paths and Kneipp-basins in Geneva

Due to its multicultural character, Geneva is often called the smallest metropolis. It has a lively Old Town with wine taverns, art galleries and antique dealers. The Cathedral of Saint Pierre sits on the peak of the hill on which the Old Town is located.

A stroll through Geneva can be easily combined with bird watching.

Route: Geneva - Lausanne - Orbe - Avenches - Solothurn - Augst

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.

Enjoy an action-packed outdoor adventure in the city. This special three-hour rafting trip covers eight kilometres and includes six waterfalls, offering a chance to discover Geneva's surroundings in a completely different way.

Franck Muller is the archetypal watchmaking success story. In less than ten years, he has taken his brand to an international level.

A stopover in the Middle Ages. Discover the medieval town of Yvoire and its flower-filled lanes, one of France’s most beauIful villages.

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.

Halle de Rive

Step into a watchmaker's shoes at a workshop. The Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie (FHH) was established in Geneva in 2005 by three founders: the Richemont Group, Audemars Piguet and Girard Perregaux, to promote fine watchmaking internationally.

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.

Geneva's delicacies are made of far more than just sweet flavours - they hold secrets about the area and its people.

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 Amazing Race is the first real-time photo rally! Over 50 photo missions are waiting to be solved. A healthy dose of exercise and challenge combined with lots of fun will create a unique digital team experience.

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

Discover Geneva on this bus tour as you visit "International Geneva", Geneva’s main tourist attractions and the Old Town.

At the Café Cuba you’ll be transported to another world where you are surrounded by the ambiance and flavours of Havana.

A wood in the middle of the city. The Bois de la Bâtie offers fabulous walks through 12 hectares of natural forest. Situated near the river Arve, the Bois de la Bâtie is a forest right in the heart of the city centre. It has an animal park and a large play area for children.

Nestled in the heart of the Old City, Le Petit-Palace is the oldest nightclub in Geneva. The building rests on a section of the wall of the former Geneva.

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.

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.

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.