Bains des Pâquis, Public bath complex at Lake Geneva shore, Switzerland
This 1930s lakeside facility extends into Lake Geneva with swimming pools, diving boards, and recreational areas connected by concrete walkways along the water.
The bath complex, inaugurated in 1932, underwent a complete renovation in 1995 after local citizens formed an association to preserve its original structure.
Every winter, the site transforms into a social gathering spot where locals share fondues in heated wooden cabins while watching the sunset over Lake Geneva.
The complex remains open daily from 9:00 to 21:30, offering swimming areas, saunas, hammams, massage services, and a restaurant serving seasonal Swiss dishes.
Within the bath complex, dedicated winter swimmers practice their sport in the 6-degree Celsius lake water throughout the cold season.
Location: Genève-Cité
Location: Geneva
Address: Quai du Mont-Blanc 30, 1201 Genève 1201 Genève
Opening Hours: Lunes-Domingo 09:00-21:30
Phone: +41227322974
Website: https://bains-des-paquis.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.21036,6.15419
Latest update: May 10, 2025 19:44
Geneva offers a diverse heritage combining history, science, and nature on the shores of Lake Geneva. The city houses institutions such as the Palace of Nations and CERN, religious buildings like Saint Pierre Cathedral where Calvin preached, as well as cultural spaces like the Patek Philippe Museum dedicated to Swiss watchmaking. The Jet d'Eau, an emblematic fountain shooting water 140 meters high, marks the lake landscape. Visitors also explore the collections at the Natural History Museum, walk through botanical gardens housing alpine and tropical plants, or visit Maison Tavel, the oldest medieval house in the city. The Bains des Pâquis offer swimming and relaxation by the lake with views of Mont Blanc. This concentration of historic, scientific, and natural sites makes Geneva a comprehensive destination for discovering the Swiss Romand heritage.
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