Saturday 30 May, 14:00

Urban Biodiversity Walk

Stroll through urban green pockets and streets, observing public artworks woven into the city’s living ecosystems. This gentle, guided walk blends the rhythm of walking with close encounters of birdsong, plant textures, and sculptural forms, inviting active looking and attentive movement. Terrain alternates between paved promenades and planted spaces, offering calm reflection and a lively group energy. Ideal for all fitness levels, the route highlights connections between natural habitats, artworks and everyday human activity, deepening awareness of urban biodiversity.

Route de Malagnou 1,
1208 Genève, Switzerland
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Photo Credit: Visite curatoriale avec Brandis, RE(02) — © Jakob Engelhard

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