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Jet d'Eau

5,289 Reviews

#12 of 117 things to do in Geneva

Sights & Landmarks, Fountains

quai Gustave-Ador | Jetee des Eaux-Vives, Geneva 1207, Switzerland

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Geneva's most prominent landmark, this tremendous fountain is located in Lake Geneva in the city's downtown area.

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quai Gustave-Ador | Jetee des Eaux-Vives, Geneva 1207, Switzerland

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Moe B

Does it have a parking spot?

September 2, 2017|

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there is street parking in the adjacent area but its an easy walk from the main part of the city.

SarahOje

Is this open all year round?

February 11, 2015|

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Yes, only closed in high wind to avoid spray drift. 💨💦

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DrHarshil

Mumbai

Distance to Jet D'eau from airport (2 Replies)

Hi I am flying to Geneva and after a long flight I will be headed to Interlaken. While in Geneva, I would like to see the Jet D'eau. I want to know how far it is from the airport and then how far is the central railway station from the Jet D'eau. Thanks

April 29, 2009|

Response fromDouglasDC8|

It's 7 minutes by train to the main station. You can then catch a bus or walk (probably easiest). On foot it will be about 20 minutes at a relaxed pace. Leave the station by the underground shopping mall to Rue du Mont-Blanc. Walk down the hill to the bridge. You will then see the Jet d'Eau. Cross the bridge, turn left along the lakeside and you will come to the jetty. Another option is to take a mouette (bus boat) across the lake.

A_Screw_Loose

Penang Island, Malaysia

Jet D'Eau perspective from M3 Mouette (5 Replies)

Hello forumers, I would like to go near to the Jet D'Eau by the water. I noticed that Mouette M3 line crosses Jet D'Eau. Possible to experience being drenched by Jet D'Eau at M3 Mouette? Also is the walkway to the Jet D'Eau open at night during Saturday night? Is it easy to walk on or slippery at night due to the constant water?

September 05, 2010|

Response fromA_Screw_Loose|

Sorry would also like to ask if Rive is the nearest Tram Stop at Jet D'Eau? We would like to take a tram back to to the Mole station at night

Vishny

5 Days in Switzerland - Need help (8 Replies)

Hi, We are planning for Switzerland trip from 26th Jun to 1st Jul. Following is what I prepared , need your advise for. ** represents the origin. Appreciate your early responses. Date Location Excursions Staying at Going for Excursion "Time (By Google maps)" 25-Jun Leaving from US 26-Jun Travel from Zurich Airport to Hotel. Visit Rheinwaterfalls at Zurich first half. Second half do a Zurich city tour **Zurich to Rheinfall 1:18Hrs 27-Jun Travel to Interlaken , Half day Interlaken...More

May 25, 2010|

Response fromNorthWestLondoner|

Hi, It's great that you've done some good research, but I have to say I think the pace is too much and you may find that you spend much of your holiday travelling, packing and unpacking and checking in and out of hotels. With 6 days (5 if you consider that the first day will include feeling jetlagged), I would suggest cutting it down to two bases. I know there are so many lovely places in Switzerland to choose from, but many people have reported wishing they had slowed down with their...More

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Wayne G

Plymouth, United Kingdom

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Reviewed 3 days ago

Stunning

Was a shame the light show was not operating but it was still a great sight especially with varying wind speed and direction and just a few minutes walk from Hotel

Date of experience: February 2019

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Jules060617

Lausanne, Switzerland

21933

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

Never matched

This is the original magnificent symbol of Geneva, imitated by Saudis and other nouveau riche but never matched. With the Mont Blanc behind it is a glorious sight.

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yunshou57

Scotland, United Kingdom

24448

Reviewed 5 days ago

Symbol of Geneva

You have to see it but then when you have, you get a bit blasé about it. Its just a very big fountain. It is the symbol of Geneva.

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thegrumpycook

Geneva, Switzerland

Reviewed 6 days ago

Basically a live Trade mark of Geneva

The water fountain is operational daily from 10.00h until 22.00h, unless it shut down because of high winds or yearly maintenance. It is lit up at night and on specific days it is coloured Red--Blue--Green--Pink.........

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14simsim14

373

Reviewed 1 week ago

140 meters high!

A fountain that jets 140m into the air – now that is something! You definitely need to see it for yourself and take a photo.

Date of experience: August 2018

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sgec1105

Winterthur, Switzerland

416129

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Iconic Geneva

The jet of water spraying in Lake Leman, is a classic thing to view when visiting Geneva, easily seen from the pedestrian bridge you cross to head from the train station to the shopping area of Geneva. Stop and take a picture! You have been...More

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Peanut-NL

The Netherlands

13946

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

It's a fountain

It's a famous landmark, and impressive for the height they achieve. Nevertheless, it's just a fountain.

Date of experience: October 2018

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imohddashti

Bahrain

19633

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Geneva signature

The signature attraction of Geneva. Must see attraction. Can be seen from far away or go next to it throw the bridge. In winter time close as 4 pm. Great place to take photos from Mont Blanc bridge.

Date of experience: January 2019

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Lyle B

132

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Water spout

Interesting for about 5 minutes just a water spout. Shoots up quite high something that you can add to saw list

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Lyle B

1357chuckyfullmoon

Cairo, Egypt

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

The famous lake fountain

Great to walk on both it’s banks with shops hotels and plenty places to eat on both side streets. The walk is great and refreshing with lots of beautiful natural scenery

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