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These woods take their name from the Bastie-Mellié fort built in 1318 and destroyed in the 16th century. In 1869 the Turrettini brothers left the land to the City on the condition that it be kept as a public park. Over the year... more
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The Ile Rousseau is a peaceful and very green little islet between the left and right bank of the city. It is connected to the des Bergues bridge and it overlooks the Mont-Blanc bridge. There are a number of benches and a littl... more
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Geneva's Lakefront has long attracted visitors to its splendid shores. Once the commercial highway of Switzerland, lake Geneva is perhaps one of the most astounding bodies of water in Europe. The famous "Jet d'Eau" (fountain) i... more
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Paris has the Eiffel Tower, New York the Statue of Liberty and Geneva its Jet d'Eau. This majestic 140m water fountain, the tallest in the world, is the main emblem of the city, and one which cannot be missed. Its beauty domina... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Wandering Spaulls said
… the promenade next to the river in the direction of the Jet d’Eau – a massive water spout shooting 7 tons… continue reading »
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Bâtiment des Forces Motrices, an opera house, is famous not only for its cultural events but also its picturesque location. It is situated in the middle of the River Rhône. Constructed in the 19th Century, it was originally mea... more
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The Swiss Boat company specializes in various kinds of cruises and tours on Lake Geneva and tourist can pick whatever strikes their fancy. The Cruise on the Rhône is nature oriented and ideal if you're interested in bird life,... more
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At the intersection of rue Verdaine, rue des Chaudronniers and rue Etienne-Dumont is Place du Bourg de Four, is Genova's favorite meeting place. This historic town square is a no-traffic area and therefore serves as an ideal pl... more
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One could be forgiven for dismissing the massive apartment and office complex facing the Rhône on the Quai du Seujet as an architectural mishap. On the plus side, this imposing monolith hides a vast terrace providing an impress... more
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With a pleasant combination of art galleries, bistros, bric-a-brac and antique shops, the Old City area is popular with tourists and Geneva's younger crowd. You can easily mix shopping with a bit of sightseeing in the area. Art... more
Real Travelers who've been here
KathrynH said
… the land, we parted ways as I was off to find my old church in old town, something I intended to do… continue reading »
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The Ariana Museum is housed in an exquisite palace built between 1877 and 1887 which is well worth visiting in its own right. The Museum has one of the richest and finest collections of ceramic and glass in Europe and is the on... more
Archamps Travel Experiences
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Switzerland
Everyday starts the same way - Jordan asks "How many miles are we going today?" To which I reply "We don't know, because we don't k... Continue reading »
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Geneva
Day 1After 24 l-o-o-o-o-o-n-g hours of traveling, I finally arrived at our hotel in Geneva. And the hotel was so nice! It was the Hotel A... Continue reading »
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Many detours along the way
D and I decided that we would drive through Switzerland on our way from Milan to Paris. There were good highways in Switzerlan... Continue reading »
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Rest, the UN, Red Cross and Nuclear Physics!
Our arrival in Geneva was one to remember - for both the right and the wrong reasons! It is a very special airport location - one minute... Continue reading »
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Day 13 – Paris to Geneva, Switzerland
The day started off so nicely. We went to the Louvre and checked out all the sights. It is an incredible place, so huge that it would tak... Continue reading »
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