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Lakes in Geneva

Lake Geneva

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I spent a week in Switzerland with a heat that I could never have imagined in Central Europe. It is a country of great contrasts a

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Lakes in Geneva

The Jet d'Eau

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In Spanish we know it as the jet of Geneva. It's the of the highest water sources that in the world. It reaches 140 meters. It rea

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Lakes in Geneva

Cruise on Lake Geneva

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These yellow boats function as transport between the different shores of Lake Leman in Geneva and are a delight for tourists as we

Gardens in Geneva

Parc La Grange

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The rose garden is the most spectacular thing about this park. It's awesome. It has many different species which I knew because of

Gardens in Geneva

Parq Des Eaux Vives

I went to Geneva in November, and the first thing they said to me was that it did not usually snow. Well it snowed and well ... It

Gardens in Geneva

Conservatory and Botanical Garden of the City of Geneva

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I would say that Geneva is one of the few cities that you can visit on foot without public transport, especially if you have sever

Nature Reserves in Geneva

Mont Salève

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The Mont Sàleve is a mountain in the French Prealps, but close to Geneva (~ 7km) and you can go by bus from there (No. 8 to "Veyri

Gardens in Geneva

Parc des Bastions

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An ideal park for a walk with or without children and to enjoy the sunsets that this park offers, with those spectacular views. Th

Forests in Geneva

The Forest of Geneva

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I never felt more alive than the afternoon I out of Geneva and found a forest full of life. I spent two hours walking around witho

Islands in Geneva

Ile Rousseau

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Opposite the Pont du Mont Blanc, lies Rousseau Island (L'Île Rousseau in French), named after the Genevan philosopher Jean-Jacques

Viewpoints in Geneva

Lord Byron's Viewpoint

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In one of Geneva's most luxurious neighborhoods, in what is called the Beverly Hills of the city, there's a privileged spot. It's

Gardens in Geneva

Walk of the Observatory

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Small but nice park that starts at the Museum of Art and History. From the winding path you can see carved stumps, pretend banks a

Gardens in Geneva

Park Alfred Bertrand

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One of the nicest parks in Geneva. I knew about it as my cousin lived next door. It is named after Alfred Bertrand, the British ph

Gardens in Geneva

English garden

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Gardens in Geneva

L'Ariana Park

One of the largest parks in Ginbra (about 35 hectares) that also houses the Palais des Nations. The most care you need to take in

Rivers in Geneva

Rio Ródano - passeio de barco

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Gardens in Geneva

Parc de la Perle du Lac

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Gardens in Geneva

Way of la Treille

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Activities in Geneva

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Chamonix, Aiguille du Midi & Mer de Glace Full-Day Trip

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starting from

160.99 £

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Geneva: 2-Hour Tour of International Quarters and Old Town

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starting from

42.25 £

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From Geneva: Guided Day Trip to Chamonix and Mont-Blanc

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starting from

76.49 £

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Geneva City Tour and Boat Cruise

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starting from

61.92 £

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Geneva: City Pass with 60 Activities

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21.86 £

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