The largest lake in Central Europe brings the drama and awe-inspiring natural splendour of the Alps to the centre of the city. Nobody could blame you for wanting to get out and experience it, and the easiest way to do t… See more

At the city centre, where the Rhône continues on its course into France is La Rade (The Roadstead). Here, at the end of a long jetty, is a much-imitated monument known the world over. The Jet d’Eau is five hundred litr… See more

Geneva Cathedral is one of those religious buildings that needs as much time as you can afford. Beyond the recent Neoclassical facade things are much older, with architecture that dates to the 12th century. From 1541 … See more

Allow a couple of hours to satisfy your curiosity in the largest historic centre in Switzerland. The Vielle Ville twists around the hill capped by the cathedral and was once enveloped by defensive walls. Getting around on t… See more

West of the centre of Geneva, in the suburb of Meyrin, you’ll come to the headquarters for the European Organization for Nuclear Research. Needless to say, this is where historic scientific experiments are being conducted … See more