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Jet d'Eau
One of the crowning symbols of Geneva is the monumental Jet d'Eau, a fountain of water pumped 140m into the air. The spectacular plume was once an occasional pressure release for hydro-power generation on the Rhône River, but people liked it so much that in 1891 the city created a permanent pumped fountain. It's beautifully lit at night. Best viewed from a distance — the surrounding half kilometer is soaked with water. However, the more adventurous might want to try the pathway leading right up to the Jet d'eau -- prepare to get enjoyably wet!
- Address
- the Rade
- Getting there
- visible from most of the Lac Léman waterfront
- Hours
- daily 10:00-23:00 (shut off in November for maintenance and during strong winds.)
- Price
- Free
Listing from Wikivoyage: Geneva, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.