The city’s botanical gardens invite the public to explore their 28-hectare expanse, free of charge, all year long. Visitors can partake in informative guided tours to deepen their understanding of the botanical world, or engage in workshops and activities thoughtfully designed for children.
Delve into biodiversity and reflect on our role in its preservation within the heart of the garden. This journey, enhanced by Geneva’s Municipal Biodiversity Strategy, features brief texts displayed on veils designed to educate the public. The program also includes discussion walks, a memory game, and a series of podcasts focused on biodiversity.
Explore over 300 species of alpine plants cultivated in the Botanical Garden. Within the rock garden nursery, our gardeners propagate these plants, and our horticulturist will guide you through this unique setting with archival and contemporary photographs. It’s an opportunity to discuss the cultivation of alpine plants, the substrates used, and the impact of climate change on alpine flora.
As part of the Green Workshops at Geneva’s Botanical Garden, children are invited to explore the oldest greenhouse in the Winter Garden, engaging all their senses. On Wednesday afternoons, they will discover various spices like cinnamon and vanilla through thematic investigations, sensory experiences, and botanical explorations. These activities are led by garden mediators, gardeners, and scientists, in collaboration with Uni3 volunteers from Geneva’s Senior University.
In French. Kids ages 6 – 13.
Discover the fascinating history of plant evolution and their adaptation to various terrestrial ecosystems. This tactile and descriptive tour, designed specifically for individuals who are visually impaired or blind, highlights major plant innovations and their influence on the distribution of plant species across the globe.
Immerse yourself in Alexander von Humboldt’s expedition to America and explore how our herbarium sheds light on the challenges of climate change. This guided tour highlights the crucial connection between climate and vegetation unveiled by Humboldt and underscores the significance of our collections in confronting this global issue.
In French.
Experience Alexander von Humboldt’s expedition to the Americas and discover how our herbarium highlights the challenges of climate change, with a guided tour.
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