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.
Embark on an unconventional stroll where art and nature intersect within the garden. Encounter sculptures and artworks from the FMAC along the pathways, each sharing its unique story. Be captivated by these unexpected artistic encounters.
In French.
KorSonoR is a biennial event dedicated to sound and visual arts, set in the Botanical Garden for three days of concerts and performances. The temperate greenhouse will host five shows that explore the connections between nature, creation, and sound. No prior registration is required for attendees, as entry is on a first-come, first-served basis. The program includes a composition by Ensemble Batida inspired by root patterns, Lucas Niggli’s reinterpretation of Walter De Maria’s minimalist works, a performance-discussion by Robin Meier on animal consciousness featuring a sound intervention, and a sensory experience by Julie Semoroz that merges nature with technology.
Explore the world of plant genomics and its insights into the evolutionary history of vegetation. This laboratory tour delves into the emergence of flowering plants on Earth and the cutting-edge techniques used to decipher their DNA, providing a deep understanding of their diversity and evolution.
In French.
Explore the historic architecture of the Pregny greenhouses with guided tours during the European Heritage Days. Built in the 1880s from Canadian Pitch Pine, these greenhouses house collections of succulents, palms, and citrus plants. Far from being mere horticultural structures, they are a testament to a bygone era. Despite suffering deterioration over time, a meticulous restoration effort since 2017 has restored their former glory. The tours are led by architect Alain Félix, engineer Johannes Natterer, and Géraldine Glas, Deputy Scientist at the Architectural Heritage Conservation Unit.
Join a guided walk-and-talk through the “Our Biodiversity” route, led by biodiversity experts. This event offers an opportunity to discuss Geneva’s Municipal Biodiversity Strategy and explore everyday actions to protect biodiversity both within the city and on a national level.
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