Saturday 19 September, 10:30

Discover Geneva’s Many Faces Walk

Booking Required

A gentle urban walk through Geneva’s Nations district, this route traces diplomatic avenues, leafy parks and international squares while revealing the city’s multicultural stories. Expect conversational pacing, close encounters with neighbourhood history and lively snapshots of communities that have shaped local life. The terrain is flat, with paved streets and park paths that are easy underfoot and welcoming to most walkers. Suitable for adults; all French levels welcome.

Meeting point: Mémorial de Nelson Mandela Parc Rigot, Av. de la Paix 9, 1202 Genève

Place des Nations 1,
1202 Genève
Photo Credit: Flavie THAIZE CARPANO
{"title":"Discover Geneva’s Many Faces Walk","description":"\u003Cp\u003EA gentle urban walk through Geneva\u2019s Nations district, this route traces diplomatic avenues, leafy parks and international squares while revealing the city\u2019s multicultural stories. Expect conversational pacing, close encounters with neighbourhood history and lively snapshots of communities that have shaped local life. The terrain is flat, with paved streets and park paths that are easy underfoot and welcoming to most walkers. Suitable for adults; all French levels welcome.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeeting point: M\u00e9morial de Nelson Mandela Parc Rigot, Av. de la Paix 9, 1202 Gen\u00e8ve\u003C\/p\u003E","start_date":"2026-09-19","end_date":"2026-09-19","date":"Saturday 19 September, 10:30","timings":[{"timing_start_date":"20260919T083000Z","timing_end_date":"20260919T103000Z"}]}
Photo Credit: Flavie THAIZE CARPANO

You might also like

25 August – 6 October

Explore cultivated garden paths and discover a variety of plantings on a guided outdoor walk that blends gentle exercise with moments of sensory discovery. Participants move through diverse beds and green spaces, experiencing textures, scents and seasonal flavors during short sampling stops. The pace is relaxed and accessible, designed for those who enjoy calm movement in nature and convivial shared moments. Expect an engaging, sensory exploration of the landscape that highlights seasonal produce and the rhythm of the gardens.

24 June – 30 August

Step into the vibrant artistic soul of Carouge at the 4th edition of Carouge Dessiné! This unique open-air event celebrates illustration, comics, and visual storytelling, bringing together talented artists, passionate creators, and curious visitors in a warm and inspiring atmosphere.

Stroll through charming streets filled with live drawing sessions, exhibitions, workshops, and creative encounters. Whether you’re an art lover, a collector, or simply looking for a cultural escape, the 4th edition of Carouge Dessiné promises a day full of discovery, creativity, and connection.

Thursday 27 August, 17:30

End the summer by the shore of Western Europe’s largest lake and discover the lake’s twilight life. As dusk falls the reed beds still shelter nesting birds while early migrants arrive. Stroll into the soft evening light to observe underwater meadows and the heightened activity of fish. This immersive outing blends gentle observation and sensory discovery, offering a chance to connect with the lakeshore landscape and its lively nocturnal atmosphere. Suitable for adults.

Saturday 29 August, 10:00

Partner up for a dynamic swimrun combining trail running and open-water swimming through forest paths and stretches of the Rhône. Teams alternate between running on mixed terrain—rooted forest trails, grassy tracks and occasional rocky sections—and swims in river currents, requiring quick transitions and steady pacing. Three course options offer varied distances and technical challenges, welcoming adventurous pairs seeking a spirited outdoor effort and strong teamwork in a scenic riverside setting.

23 March – 8 November

Balades Théâtralisées invites audiences on an outdoor theatrical promenade that uncovers hidden city histories through staged scenes in natural settings. The troupe blends guided narration with short dramatic tableaux, favouring emotional resonance over strict historical reenactment. Soundscapes and simple lighting sculpt nocturnal and intimate atmospheres, while performers shift between storytelling and embodiment. The route alternates between the company’s traditional itinerary and a new underground-themed walk, creating a layered experience of memory, surprise and communal discovery.

In French.

Sunday 30 August, 14:00

Explore local plant life on a contemplative botanical walk guided by two specialists — a Rousseau scholar and a botanist. Stroll through varied green spaces while learning to identify species, their stories and characteristics. The experience blends close observation with the rhythm of walking: scent of leaves, textures underfoot and quiet shared discoveries. Inspired by Rousseau’s herborisations, the route invites curiosity, reflection and a renewed attention to the living world as you move through changing natural scenes.

Starting point: Croisement du chemin du Pré-d’Avril et du chemin de la Badiule

In French.

Oops! It seems there
are no events matching your selection!

Please adjust your criteria to see more results.

Password was reset

Your password has been reset successfully. You can now log in with your new password.

Check your Inbox

We’ve sent you a password reset email to the address provided. Please check your inbox and/or spam folder.

Thank you!

Please check your inbox for a verification email to complete your sign-up.

Newsletter

Culture, curated weekly.

Add to Calendar

Select the date to be saved in your Google calendar.

calendar placeholder

Done!

Event removed from your CoolAgenda.

Yeah!

Event Saved to your CoolAgenda

Add to CoolAgenda

In your CoolAgenda

Date

Title

Location

Description

calendar placeholder

Reset password

Forgot your password?

Sign Up

Create your Account and Culture Up!