The Jet d’Eau will soon take a break.
From the end of the month, the landmark will be shut down for five weeks as the city’s Industrial Services carry out annual maintenance on its pumps, valves, and lighting system.
At the same time, the Eaux-Vives lighthouse at the end of the pier will undergo heritage restoration work.
The fountain is set to resume partial operation on November 22nd, with a delayed start at noon on weekdays.
Full operation should return by December 3rd.
G7 protest becomes violent
Geneva remains on edge after anti-G7 demonstrations descended into violence ahead of the summit in neighbouring Evian yesterday evening.
G7 summit opens today
The G7 summit opens today in Evian, just across Lake Geneva, with Emmanuel Macron welcoming Donald Trump and other world leaders at the Hôtel Royal.
Voters reject 10m, but accept tougher military rules
Voters have rejected the ‘No to 10 Million’ initiative. But commentators say the strength of the yes vote is still a cause of concern for the government.
Iran/US deal set to be signed in Geneva
A major diplomatic breakthrough appears to have been reached in the Middle East, and a deal will be signed in Switzerland.
More Sunday shopping in Geneva
Geneva voters have narrowly backed two controversial measures.
Thousands join feminist marches
Thousands of people across the country have taken part in feminist strike events calling for equal pay, an end to gender-based violence and greater rights for women.
