Today we headed to the western end of the lake to explore Geneva. After taking the 30 minute train from Lausanne, we spent the day walking along the lake and touring the historic old town.
Given that we were visiting the city on a Sunday, most of the stores and restaurants were closed. Fortunately, the weather was great so we were able to enjoy a nice day outside and take in the impressive architecture and beautiful lakeside scenery.
One of the more interesting sights in Geneva is the Jet d’Eau, which shoots a plume of water nearly 500 feet above the lake at a speed of 125 mph.
One of the more interesting sights in Geneva is the Jet d’Eau, which shoots a plume of water nearly 500 feet above the lake at a speed of 125 mph.
It’s the world’s highest fountain and is accessible via a jetty from the south bank so you can walk out to see it up close (and get soaked if the wind shifts). It was also interesting to see the Cathédrale St-Pierre, where Calvin preached during his many years in Geneva.
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