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Eaux-Vives: Architecture and Lake Views

Start your morning at the Mairie of Eaux-Vives to see typical Swiss architecture, then walk to the marina for a gelato and a view of the lake.

Best time: noneAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Eaux-Vives

    Visit the Mairie of Eaux-Vives. This building is a great example of typical Swiss architecture, distinct from the French style found in many other city buildings.

  2. 09:15

    Manu Gelato Eaux-Vives

    Walk 4 minutes southwest to Manu Gelato Eaux-Vives for a gelato. It is a quick stop on the way toward the water.

  3. 09:25

    Port des Eaux-Vives

    Walk 6 minutes north to Port des Eaux-Vives. Stand at the marina and look south toward the Mairie you just visited, with the lake stretching out before you.

  4. 09:50

    Kiss The Ground Genève Eaux-Vives

    Walk 5 minutes southwest to Kiss The Ground Genève Eaux-Vives. Stop in at this deli for a snack or a coffee to wrap up the walk.

Local tip

The area is quiet in the morning. If you want to see modern architecture, Rue Saint-Laurent is nearby for "La Clarté", an avant-garde building by Le Corbusier.

Check before you go

  • The Mairie is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 09:00-13:00 (July 2 - Aug 31), and Wednesday from 09:00-17:00. On other days in summer, hours may vary, so check the specific day.
  • Manu Gelato and Kiss The Ground are generally open during daytime hours, but confirming current hours is wise.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Geneva (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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