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    • Weekend i Genève
      Day 2

      Bonne anniversaire André!

      November 30, 2019 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 1 °C

      Vi firade ju in Anders lite redan på sena kvällen/tidiga morgonen med de glada tyskarna (vilket kändes av lite senare på morgonkvisten när det var dags att stiga upp...) - nu blev det lite mer ordnat med flagga, skönsång och paket samt utan ginochtonics!Read more

    • TravelerLet it snow Let it snow...
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      Day 11

      Somewhere over the rainbow

      March 6, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 11 °C

      Making our way back to Geneva before heading home. Got to say I love this city! There is a calmness here and an atmosphere of acceptance. Diversity is everywhere and there is such trust and respect amongst this multicultural melting pot of people. Spent the day wondering down back alleys and parks, understanding what ordrinary life is like here. Walked along the Geneva Wall, rich in history. Children at schools, moms in groups in garden parks, cleaners everywhere taking care of the city, games of chess outside tea rooms. And after work, people really take the time to buy some vino, some cheese and a baguette.... meet up with friends and chill on the jetty all along the lake. Some dare cold water immersion in Lake Geneva which I may have mentioned before, is pristine, clean and clear!

      Invited for lunch by a new neighbour back in SA that we hadn't met before who lives mostly in Geneva. Wonderful bistro Charlotte (Fresh Cod and green risotto). What a lovely chap! Turns out he is a billionaire (ex CEO and now Co-Chairman of Macsteel) and an ex Le Mans podium raving driver (who still owns and races 3 ferraris). Karl got 'lost' at Le Caveau de Bacchus"

      One last boat ride and walk up to the famous Jet D'eau where we were bid farewell by a perfect rainbow. Drinks at the stunning Leopard bar at our hotel and room service for dinner.

      As I drag my aching body home, (have lost 1.5 kgs) and I am looking forward to going home, I can't help but reflect on this deeply transformative holiday and am so grateful that I am spoilt and loved like a queen ❤️
      How lucky am I ...      Read more

    • TravelerDer Weg nach Santiago
      Day 53

      Genf, Ende und Anfang

      April 22, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C

      Und dann sind wir da: mitten in Genf, der letzten Station vor Frankreich. Wir haben einige Dinge zu erledigen, kaufen Briefmarken für unsere Postkarten, besorgen Jonas seinen in Lausanne bestellten Reiseführer und mir einen neuen Pilgerpass, da mir langsam der Platz für Stempel wieder Mal ausgeht. Als wir in der Kathedrale bei der Ticketkassa anstehen um uns einen Stempel zu holen, fragen uns die beiden Frauen hinter uns plötzlich, ob wir auch Pilger sind. Stehen hinter uns tatsächlich zwei Schweizerinnen, die den Schweizer Jakobsweg soeben nach drei Jahren etappenweise abgeschlossen haben! Auf unsere Frage, ob sie denn vorhaben, den Weg zu einem späteren Zeitpunkt fortzusetzen, verneinen sie jedoch. "Das ist uns dann zu weit", sagen sie.

      Wir kommen heute wieder in einem Accueil jacquaire unter, bei einer jungen Frau, die uns ihre gemütliche kleine Wohnung zur Verfügung stellt, obwohl sie heute Nacht nicht da ist. Wir treffen sie aber noch an und sie erzählt uns von ihrer sechsmonatigen Reise nach Jerusalem letztes Jahr! Im Laufe derer war sie in so vielen Medien, dass ich mich frage, ob ich nicht doch schon von ihr gehört habe.
      Noch dazu hat sie ein Jahr lang in Wien gelebt und so hängt neben ihrem Poster von Genf auch eines von Wien.

      Abends steht dann eine schwere Entscheidung an: da Jonas nach wie vor Schmerzen hat, weiß er, dass es richtig für ihn ist, noch einen Tag völlig auszusetzen und in Genf zu bleiben. Mich zieht es aber weiter und letztendlich muss jeder von uns seinen eigenen Camino gehen. Also werden wir uns morgen Früh leider fürs erste voneinander verabschieden müssen. Aber der Weg ist noch lang und da er zufällig wie ich täglich auf FindPenguins schreibt, werden wir immer wissen, wo der andere gerade ist! 😊

      Für mich endet in Genf der zweite große Abschnitt meines Weges. Hier beginnt die Via Gebennensis. Auf der geht es morgen schon nach Frankreich!

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      53 Tage
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    • TravelerDer Weg nach Santiago
      Day 54

      The Breaking of the Fellowship

      April 23, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C

      Heute Früh ist es soweit: auch Jonas und ich, die letzten der "Ringgefährten", müssen getrennte Wege gehen. Zumindest fürs erste, der Camino ist ja noch lang und wer weiß, was er mit sich bringt.
      Gegen 8 Uhr verabschiede ich mich also schweren Herzens von Jonas und mache mich bei strahlendem Sonnenschein und warmen Temperaturen auf den Weg, Genf zu verlassen. Frankreich ruft.

      Die Via Gebennensis hat begonnen!      Read more

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    • TravelerEurope 2023
      Day 10

      Geneva Day 10

      May 4, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F

      A beautiful sunny day in Geneva. High of 74 today, Kay’s idea of perfect weather. A major change from Amsterdam! Decided to spend the day on the Old Town of Geneva. It is the area at the foot (South end) of Lake Geneva with the iconic symbol - Le Jet d’eau. Even with my rudimentary understanding of French - Jet of Water. And the English Garden with the Flower clock is at the entrance. And a Ferris wheel for a higher view of all. A very pretty area and not near as many tourists as in Amsterdam; a welcome break. Lake Geneva is 45 miles long and up to 8-9 miles wide, the largest lake in the Alps. The lake is amazingly clear, you can see to the bottom all along the shore. Lots of waterfowl, swans and ducks, all with their new babies. The Lake also spreads across 2 countries, is divided down the middle between Switzerland and France. I also found out tonight that I am ally 4 tram stops away from France! Lots of people here do their grocery shopping in France as it is less expensive than Switzerland.
      I wandered from the lake front to the heart of the old town, up and down cobblestone streets lined with lots of upscale shops and outdoor cafe eateries all over. All open and busy today with the warm, sunny weather. I headed for St. Peter’s church, the oldest church in Geneva dates back to. Church on this site in the 1100s. St. Peter’s is know as the Church of the Reformation as John Calvin was the preacher there for 25 years, after fleeing persecution in France. As was the style of Calvinist churches, there are has no adornments on the walls (art work or symbols) with the exception of the stained glass windows. Needless to say the interior is very dark.
      Next door to the church is a relatively new small museum dedicated to the history of the Reformation. The museum was very well done with interesting audio and covered Protests up to the current day.
      A wonderful late lunch on one of the Cafes watching the people strolling by. Tired today so quit “touristing” early and, after a quick grocery stop, home for the evening.      Read more

    • Carmel CarlsenVia Francigena - part 1
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      Day 63

      Post walk: +1 - Col du Gd St Bernard to

      June 19, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C

      Before I left the Pass this morning, I popped over to Italy, enjoyed the amazing views, was lucky enough to see a mountain goat, and met up with another two Australian pilgrims: Cathy and Geoff. They were starting out on the first stage of the Italian leg. I took a taxi down the mountain to Orsieres, then took a bus (train replacement) and train back to Martigny, where I was able to quickly transfer to the Geneva express! I am sitting in my hotel room now relaxing and reflecting on my time in Switzerland. I like pretty much everything about Switzerland; there are services all around you. I never had to worry about a place to stay or what I would be eating. Obviously, the landscape is phenomenal, and everywhere you look, you can see something beautiful. I have included some photos of Paulette, Alison, and Matt (the Californians), and I have included some of the lovely pieces I saw in the hospice (as well as the church itself). P.S. as a reflection on my entire walk: my gear was first class - thank you to all my BMC friends for your wisdom and advice (it made all the difference). I'd also like to send a shout-out to Andrew T. Not only was he a great walking companion, but he was also a source of ongoing invaluable advice as he forged ahead of me on the Path - thank you, Andrew 😊Read more

    • Carmel CarlsenVia Francigena - part 1
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      Day 72

      Post walk - on the way home: Geneva

      June 28, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C

      I've spent a relaxing week in Geneva. I've had a manicure and pedicure, a haircut, a full body massage with reflexology, and I'm very much looking forward to coming home. I've walked around the city, visited churches, archaeological sites, and museums, and took a lake cruise. Oh, and I've eaten extremely well.Read more

    • TravelerFrance/Switzerland 23
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      Day 9

      Paris to Chamonix- run and jump!

      July 1, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C

      Took the train from Paris to Geneva. Landed in Swiss Geneva train station and walked through to the other side- France again. Amazing. Dropped off my bag in Switzerland to be shipped to my hotel in Zermatt and went to France to get my transport to Chamonix. While touristy, Chamonix has a lot to offer! I went up in a ski gondola 🚠 and ran and jumped! The video is at the end just for Nicole and Linet! Whalah! And then I walked the town and came back for a midday meal and more map and planning time for my trip. Getting ready!Read more

    • Exploring in #Awe
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      Day 30

      Geneva for a couple of hours

      October 18, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ 🌧 15 °C

      We fly home tomorrow. We arrived at our airport hotel around 4 and jumped on the free bus toward the Old Town, did a brisk walk to see the beautiful Saint-Pierre Cathedral and grab a quick bite. I’m behind on photos and stories from the past few days but I’ve been hiking to the Edge of The World and more… so I have a good excuse. I wanted to get some of these photos up before I close my eyes.

      Geneva is a lovely city. It does not feel crowded and I saw virtually no graffiti. It seemed clean with no trash in the streets. People are dressed so nice with gorgeous coats. They drive like madmen and between the cars, motorcycles and bikes you have to really watch crossing the street. This mom was at a busy intersection with her very tired looking child. I can’t imagine transporting my child in this traffic!      Read more

    • Exploring in #Awe
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      Day 31

      My photos of magical Sixt!

      October 19, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C

      I know there are times when tourists are here but in this morning the only thing open was naturally THE BAKERY and the Church. I have to share my photos of this place that belongs in a magazine. I will always remember this place. Maybe I should open a bakery?Read more

    You might also know this place by the following names:

    Genève, Geneve, Genf, Geneva, Cantón de Chinevra, كانتون جنيف, Кантон Жэнева, Женева, Kanton Geneva, Ženeva, Cantó de Ginebra, Genefa, Kanton Genève, Kantono Ĝenevo, Cantón de Ginebra, Genfi kanton, Geneva kantonamendua, کانتون ژنو, Canton de Geneva, Cantón de Xenebra, זנבה, जनीवा कैन्टन, Kanton Ženeva, Genf kanton, Ժնև, Kanton Jenewa, Kanton iti Hinebra, Ginevra, ジュネーヴ州, Kanton Jenéwa, ჟენევის კანტონი, 제네바 주, Genava, Canton Ginevra, Kanton ya Shnɛ́f, Ženevos kantonas, Ženēvas kantons, जिनिव्हा, Wilayah Geneva, Genève Chiu, Kantonen Genève, Canton de Genèva, Genewa, جینوا کینٹن, Genebra, Genevra, Cantonul Geneva, Canton o Geneva, Kantoni Genève, Кантон Женева, Jimbo la Geneva, Cenevre, کینٹن جنیوا, Canton Zenevra, 日內瓦州

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