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Geneva: by the water’s edge

Switzerland is overflowing with beautiful lakes, waterside facilities and leisure centres! Bike rides, picnics, canoeing, sailing…there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy. Here is a brief description of some of Switzerland’s best lake activities to make the most of springtime.

A holiday atmosphere in the European city...

Crescent-shaped Lake Geneva is like our «Franco-Swiss» TGV Lyria travel tips: shared between France and Switzerland with a border right in the middle! Strolling along the flower-lined quays, cooling off next to a fountain, swimming in the lake – these are all activities that give Geneva a taste of the Riviera.

If you haven’t already, you really should visit the Pâquis Baths. Located in an open harbour, they are symbolic of Geneva’s cosmopolitanism. A refreshment area, sauna, swimming areas and diving boards make this facility a unique place to relax and socialise!

Alternatively, why not have a picnic in one of Geneva’s many parks? La Perle-du-Lac restaurant offers an unrestricted view over the lake and its pathway leads down to a little port protected by the harbour wall.

A festive
atmosphere

In a festive mood? Then the Lake Parade in Geneva is the thing for you! Festival floats, house, trance and electro music – the colourful parade runs alongside the lake while its waves lap to the rhythm of the techno music. Come along on 4 July 2009 and join in the techno parade around the harbour.