4 pleasant short trips around Lake Geneva

The city of Geneva is renowned for its multicultural treasures as well as a hub for foreign politics and business. The high life quality of the city can’t be contained by the streets alone. It spills over to the lush surroundings, most notably the Lake Geneva. So if you want to escape the thrilling city for a day or two, there are lovely short trip-options available!

Swiss watches and mountain passes

If you are interested in the Swiss watch history, a visit in the Vallée de Joux is a must. This remote high valley is located in the Swiss Jura. It can be accessed via a beautiful pass road behind Nyon that leads onto the Col du Marchairuz. The museum “Espace horloger”, which means watch maker’s place, you can explore the history of Swiss watch making in a modern and technologically highly advanced environment. Afterwards, you can either head straight back to Geneva or leave the Vallée du Joux on the northern side, taking a detour to…