Geneva Water Fountain

Originally a simple security valve at the Coulouvrenière hydraulic factory. In 1891, transferred to the "Rade", to become a major tourist attraction. In 1951, provided with an autonomous pumping station, propelling 500 liters of water per second to 140 meters at 200 km per hour

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Jetée des Eaux-Vives (Quai Gustave-Ador) 1201 Geneva Switzerland

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Adam Nabil

You haven't been to Geneva until you go to this water fountain !! Its really impressive when you get close to it! The breeze makes sure you receive droplets to refresh you ;p

The Ritz-Carlton

The Water Fountain has graced the center of Geneva's harbor since 1891, where it was initially used for distributing the Rhône's propelling force to the city 's craftspeople.

Jan Spacir

Try to be there for the morning switch-on. The guy pressing the ON button may even let you do it if you're nice :) (the switch is located on the wooden building next to the jet)

Amit Gaharwar

In the winters the fountain is open from 10 to 4. On a cloudy day you might not enjoy against the grey backdrop. Swans and ducks are always there. Enjoy the Geneva shoreline from here.

The Ritz-Carlton

Jet d'Eau is one of the city 's most famous landmarks , spouting glistening water 140 metres (460 feet) into the air. Get up close and personal with the fountain on the stone jetty.

Elle

Standing at it's current location since 1891 for the celebration of the 600th anniversary of Swiss Confederation; 500 litres of water per sec everyday get shot up 140m! What a spectacular sight!

Vangelis Koukidis

Great tourist attraction , easy way to get wet and/or damage your camera so be careful about the wind!

JH H-D

Turns on exactly at 9 every day, in perfect Swiss fashion! A Geneva must-see!

Fares Al-Qahtani

Getting a closer look, meaning 10m away, is truly magnificent. Especially the rainbow that refracts from its vapor

Endre Fejes

A must see during Fete de Geneve when it's all lighted up in colors and being surrounded by fireworks

Arthur Antille

THE symbol of the city ! Impressive when you're really close to it! The view on the city is great, too!

Sara Gasim

It’s super outstanding landmark , if you are lucky enough you will pass by the purple tree as well ????????

Turki Alsaud

From the top ????

Khaled Ben

Geneva nothing without the lake & the fountain ... High 140 meter .. 500 liters per sec ... Great view n sunset ...

Dana Ahmed

It’s nice to talk a little walk beside the lake and the fountain .

Deborah Delacroix

An interesting focal point whilst walking around this part of Lake Geneva. Mesmerising sight from all viewpoints.

JH H-D

When the wind is just right, you can walk up right tithe base!

InterContinental Geneva

take a photo behind it, from the lakeshore! Observe lake bottom's water, free of waste, showing its sand. Give a moment to the lake´s birds.

Amer Aldamer ????

Fountain water it's one of the landmarks of Geneva ❤️????

HK John

Its looks different from different angle, and distance. So move around and have a look again.

Noor Tulbah

Fantastic place I love it .

Joao Ferreira

Visit during sunset , the light through water is noice

Dj Bitte

An easy attraction to enjoy from many angles, and vantage points

Lover of Life

Go under the fountain , you can feel the strong wind and force near it. Careful,.. you might get wet!

I

Great view ! Amazing on a sunny day

Jayne Parsley-Walsh

Must see in Geneva

Iro Adams

If you're lucky you can see it colored during the night!

Gregory Dahlin

If you choose to pass under the arc, which I highly recommend, be prepared to get wet.

Nilka Guerrero

Beautiful scene, the swans and the boat ride !

Mayor Of Jeddah

You can come very close to the fountain it's a real fun

sara alswailem

Nice fountain ⛲️

M.G. Siegler

Depending on how the wind is blowing, you'll either go away dry or soaking wet.

Mike Whitcombe

Iconic location in Geneva!

Rahaf. M

Beautiful view ????⛲️

Francisco Duwe

Nice spot to take pics.

A Fara

The symbol of Geneva!

Lynn L'abie

Check out the weather thus the jet d'eau might not be on if it's windy!

Torzin S

That's a great pump

Chris R (thechristophe)

Yes, that's all there is.

Rubem Nascimento Jr

take a photo behind it, from the lakeshore! Observe lake bottom's water, free of waste, showing its sand. Give a moment to the lake´s birds.

SNOCRU

What a beaut!

Ahmet Douas

Beautiful views of Mont Blanc

Benjamin Coren

Great views and refreshing spray!

Fatin Hazwani

The scenery makesxme feel calm

Eng. Raed

Nice place

nora alsayed

Well known place

Can T.

Nice to sit near the shore and enjoy some fruchtgummi..

Loda

Pretty place specially in summer

Sarah D

A wonderful sight

Haneen

Weather and atmosphere ❤️

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