Genève-Cornavin railway station

Genève-Cornavin is the main railway station serving Geneva and a major transport hub in Switzerland. The station connects thousands of travelers daily and provides access to trains heading toward France, Italy, and other European destinations.

The station was built in the 19th century and has shaped Geneva's urban landscape ever since. As a border station between Switzerland and France, it became important to European rail traffic.

The station sits centrally in Geneva and is easy to reach by public transport. Visitors will find shops, cafes, and service areas on site that make traveling more convenient.

The station displays neoclassical architecture in its design and structure. This style choice reflected the spirit of the 19th century, when major public buildings were meant to symbolize stability and progress.

Location: Geneva

Location: Canton of Geneva

Inception: 1858

Architects: Julien Flegenheimer

Official opening: 1858

Architectural style: Neoclassicalism

Elevation above the sea: 392 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Geneva

Address: Place Cornavin

Website: https://sbb.ch/en/station-services/at-the-station/railway-stations/geneva-station.html

GPS coordinates: 46.21022,6.14245

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27