Place du Bourg-de-Four — Attraction in Geneva

The old town in Geneva was very pretty. We visited on a Sunday and looked in the Saint Pierre Cathedral and at the Parc des Bastions nearby. There were good views of rooftops in Geneva from the hill the old town stands on. It was very peaceful given that some cafés weren't open. We saw the 'longest bench in the world' above the park. We couldn't find much else to do after visiting the park so we went to have a...

Cozy small plaza full of history and surrounded by cafes. A bit too many cafe chairs for my taste, but probably a good add-on for those looking for the perfect coffee spot. The fountain was under some form of construction when we were there, so it hardly felt like a plaza, but still a nice vibe going on. If you are in the old town area, it is worthwhile to add this place to the itinerary, Mayhaps as a...

Beautiful square, which was originally the place of cattle market since the 9th century. Two castles adjonted the square, which don't exist anymore. The castle of count of Geneva was destroyed in 1320, but it's main gate was standing bz the square until 1840. The Coudrée castle was standing at the place of today's Lutheran Church and was demolished in the 18th century. Today an excellent place to stop...