Free self-guided walk · Geneva

Lake to old town

A free self-guided walk in Geneva, from the Jet d'Eau through the Jardin Anglais and up to the cathedral and Parc des Bastions.

Distance
1.9 km
Walking time
26 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Geneva on foot.

Climb the cathedral towers for the lake view.

  • Terrain: Flat lakefront, then a short climb.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Jet d'Eau

    Start by the fountain.

  2. Jardin Anglais

    The flower clock.

  3. St Pierre Cathedral

    Up to the cathedral.

  4. Place du Bourg-de-Four

    The old square.

  5. Reformation Wall

    Finish in the park.

Tips

  • The Jet d'Eau is switched off in strong wind or frost.
  • Drink from the public fountains.
  • Parc des Bastions has giant chess boards.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.