
Geneva, situated where the Rhone flows out of Lake Geneva, is a major center of international diplomacy and combines sophisticated city life with an alpine backdrop. Its most striking landmark is the Jet d'Eau, an impressive water fountain that soars up to 140 meters into the sky. Explore the charming Vieille Ville, Geneva's historic Old Town, with its winding alleys and the imposing St. Pierre Cathedral, from whose towers you have a panoramic view over the city and the lake. At the Palais des Nations, the European headquarters of the United Nations, you gain insights into Geneva's role as a City of Peace. A stroll along the lakeside promenade also offers relaxing views of the surrounding mountains. The best time to visit is from April to June or September and October, to experience the city at pleasant temperatures and with fewer crowds.
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Entdecken Sie Genfs Highlights auf diesem 2-stündigen Spaziergang. Beginnen Sie am glitzernden See mit dem Jet d'Eau, schlendern Sie durch den Jardin Anglais und tauchen Sie ein in die charmanten Gassen der Altstadt mit ihrer Kathedrale und historischen Plätzen. Ein idealer Mix aus Natur, Kultur und Geschichte.
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