Parc des Eaux Vives, Lakefront park in Eaux-Vives district, Geneva, Switzerland.
Description
Parc des Eaux Vives is a lakeside park along Lake Geneva's shore featuring landscaped gardens and diverse vegetation. The grounds contain sequoias, pine trees, and flower beds of rhododendrons and azaleas that create color throughout the seasons.
History
The estate was founded in 1565 by Aime Plonjon, Lord of Bellerive, with the main mansion built in 1750. Engineer Louis Favre purchased the property in 1865, beginning a new chapter in its development.
Culture
The park served as an entertainment hub from 1896 to 1913 with Luna Park attractions including a theater and miniature railway. Local families came here to spend time together and experience the latest amusements of that era.
Practical
The park is open to visitors 24 hours daily, making it accessible for walks at any time of day. Dogs are allowed on pathways when leashed but must stay off grassy areas throughout the grounds.
Did you know?
The name Eaux-Vives refers to the natural springs and streams that once supplied drinking water to Geneva. This connection to water history gives the neighborhood and park their distinctive name.
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