Jet d'Eau
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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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- KLBOSBurnham-On-Sea, United Kingdom1,048 contributionsCan’t miss thisYou will see this from all angles when walking by the lake and from most points by the shore. You can walk up very close , you get great vies from the lake boats , and depending on the wind direction you can soak up the mist. If the sun is out you get a rainbow effect.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 7, 2023
- Arthur MHamilton, Canada1,628 contributionsMake sure to come just before 10 am to hear hysterically screaming visitors getting wet when the jet turns on!I went there around 10 am and perfect timing for me, they opened the water jet and to my surprise, I heard people screaming and running away. Turns out they were running away from where the jet's water landed. But aside from that, the city found a way to make the water jet to be displayed beautifully rather than just a giant fire hydrant that got run over by something. That was pretty impressive. It actually added to the vibe of the city rather than just negate it.Visited October 2023Traveled soloWritten November 22, 2023
- SteviefullKidderminster, United Kingdom2,043 contributionsYou Can't Miss ItIt's pretty hard to miss this if you spend more than a few hours walking around the city. Do you need to see it, not really it's just a jet of water on a lake but it makes for a nice photo especially on a clear day. You'll see it whether you intend to or not, so embrace it and take a few minutes to appreciate it.Visited February 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten January 29, 2024
- DavidLille, France1,915 contributionsOK.This landmark is so clearly visible that you don't need to get up close in order to see it. In fact, seeing it up close doesn't add a huge amount to the experince. It's a notable engineering work one must admit.Visited April 2024Traveled soloWritten April 1, 2024
- MerryheartSingapore, Singapore7,434 contributionsBeautiful landmark of GenevaFamous landmark of Geneva which is a must see. It is nothing special on its own but it is set on a scenic spot with the beautiful & picturesque Lake Geneva surrounding it with the Swiss Alps as the backdrop. This is a great place for a walk anytime of the year.Visited April 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten April 25, 2024
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ymt888
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia1,816 contributions
Aug 2019
You cannot miss this sight if you are in Geneva and look towards the lake. This water jet was initially created in 1886 for technical issues to solve some engineering problems. It remained to this day as a famed attraction. This jet is said to be the highest water fountain in the world. It is beautifully lighted up during the nights. However it does not operate 24 hours, it is shut off at night and switched on again in the morning.
Written May 14, 2020
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hajwanders
Mumbai, India258 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
The Jet d'Eau is a fountain in Lake Geneva that literally jets out and up. It's visible even from very far throughout the city. I too spotted it from afar and kept going to it. It is a very famous landmark. It has schedule but not in unfavourable conditions like snow storm or gutsy winds. Reaching would be very easy, just reach Lake Geneva.
Written February 2, 2020
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the_3_adventurers
Raleigh, NC407 contributions
Dec 2019
I mean, this is just a water pump in the lake in the center of town. You can see it from so many vantage points, and when you're in downtown Geneva, it's lovely to see. I wouldn't travel here specifically to see it, though. We were there for the 81st Coupe de Noel, which was fun to watch (and certainly frigid for the participants), and it drew out attention to how beautiful and clear the water in the lake was.
Written January 2, 2020
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,450 contributions
Mar 2022
Jet d'Eau is a true symbol of Geneva standing on Geneva lake and spraying the lake water high up to 140 meters. Due to wind, sometimes it looks like a water curtain.
However, I deduct one star as it starts pretty late at 10 AM and works only until sunset on weekdays and on weekends I think 10 PM or midnight.
You can walk right up to it, just be prepared to get wet.
However, I deduct one star as it starts pretty late at 10 AM and works only until sunset on weekdays and on weekends I think 10 PM or midnight.
You can walk right up to it, just be prepared to get wet.
Written April 12, 2022
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Gordon M
Chipping Norton, UK131 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
It’s not a fountain. It’s a very powerful jet of water which dominates the city waterfront. It is unmistakable Geneva and needs a visit at least once in a lifetime. Try walking out underneath but just make sure you check the wind direction. Before you do.
Written February 10, 2020
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NICHOLAS T
Dubai, United Arab Emirates10,370 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
You can’t really miss this and can see it from miles away as you approach Geneva.
The jet fires very high into the sky from the lovely waters of Lake Geneva and offers loads of great photo opportunities from all angles. It is lit up at night, which offers a further dimension.
The jet fires very high into the sky from the lovely waters of Lake Geneva and offers loads of great photo opportunities from all angles. It is lit up at night, which offers a further dimension.
Written September 17, 2021
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RachelRizkallah
Lebanon860 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Amazing view and great to pass next to it by boat. Sometimes if the weather is very windy, the jet d’eau is not on.
If you are taking a boat tour in lac leman, make sure that the jet d’eau is on or the tour is not worth it.
If you are taking a boat tour in lac leman, make sure that the jet d’eau is on or the tour is not worth it.
Written September 11, 2022
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,677 contributions
Dec 2020 • Solo
I fell in love with Jet deau, I do not know if I was lucky but it formed such a beautiful rainbow that left me speechless. I arrived at around 9 50 AM and did not know that it only starts at 10 AM but I read the sign and so I am able to say I was the first person to see the water jet on that day. I really recommend going to the place where it is and not only seeing it from the other side of the lake like my last pictures. It took me less than 15 minutes on foot from the train station. A must do!
Written January 17, 2021
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SnowyShasta
Portland, OR2,336 contributions
Jul 2021
The Jet d'Eau is visible from almost anywhere along the lakeshore in Geneva and is an impressive sight. It shoots high up into the air, and having it as a landmark adds to the views of the lake from the Geneva area. We enjoyed seeing it, and it's definitely worth making a point of doing so if you're visiting the city.
Written September 4, 2021
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helenandpaul13
Worcester, UK1,685 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
I remember watching the TV series The Champions when I was a kid. It always had the three agents (Richard, Sharon and Craig) standing with the fountain in the background. I thought that one day I would come to Geneva and get to visit it myself. Hey, it's just a fountain, but it stands on the waterfront spouting over 400 ft into the air in the middle of a spectacular city. At night it looks truly spectacular
Written July 17, 2023
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Добрый день! Почему фонтан не работает?
Written November 14, 2019
HI! Did anyone happen to eat nearby? We are looking to visit in the evening, so any recommedations on mid range restaurants would be amazing! Thanks :)
Written November 4, 2019
Hi, There is small outlet near by , probably selling some food stuffs .
But if you have travel cards , I would suggest travel less than 1 kms ...you have lot of options
Written November 6, 2019
Quel est le calendrier? A quelle heure fonctione ? Je suis en Genève et aujourdui ne pas vu !
Written May 12, 2019
Bonjour. Y a t'il un parking à proximité ? Si oui est il gratuit ou payant ? Merci
Written August 12, 2018
Hola!
Disculp que tarde en responder, estoy de vacaciones. Normalmente te recomiendo contactar con el hotel para ir seguro. Sabes que hay cambios en las politicas de hotel referente al parking. Si cas a pasar el dia tienes zonas de pago donde dejar tu vehiculo. Disfruta de tu viaje y espero que mi consejo te sea util
Written August 25, 2018
A che ora entra in funzione il getto d'acqua?
Written September 5, 2017
Dal 16 Settembre al 3 Novembre dalle ore 9,00 al tramonto dal lunedì al giovedì.
Venerdì sabato domenica con illuminazione dalle 10 alle 22,30.
Dal 4 Novembre al 2 Marzodalle 10 di mattina alle 16 del pomeriggio.
Quirino
Written September 5, 2017
Hola. Sobre qué hora son las luces en la noche?
Written April 22, 2015
Alors pour celle et ceux qui ne savent pas selon le vent qu'il y a le jet d'eau est fermé et saché que c'est pas une machine automatisé mais un bénévole qui est la pour le mettre en fonction.
Donc parfois il reste la toute la journée surveiller si il n'y a pas de rafale de vent ...
ABE
Written March 8, 2015
Et oui, c'est le service public. Merci aux fonctionnaires qui oeuvrent dans l'anonymat .
Written March 11, 2018
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