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Geneva airport opens observation area

Thursday, 24 June 2021 04:30

Geneva Airport

Geneva Airport has opened a brand-new observation terrace, the first one for 20 years.

It offers an all-round view – including the runways. 

The last observation area was closed when work started on a new wing – and was never reopened. 

The new area is part of the celebrations of the 100th anniversary of the airport. There were major plans to mark this important milestone, but the pandemic meant very little of those celebrations were able to go ahead. 

The deck will be open to all, but you will have to go through a security check. It will be free for the rest of the year. 
 

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