Geneva Observatory

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The Geneva Observatory is an astronomical observatory at Sauverny in the municipality of Versoix, Canton of Geneva, in Switzerland. It shares its buildings with the astronomy department of the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. It has been active in discovering exoplanets, in stellar photometry, modelling stellar evolution, and has been involved in the European Space Agency's Hipparcos, INTEGRAL, Gaia, and Planck missions. ()

Local name: Sternwarte Genf Established: 1967 (57 years ago)Coordinates: 46°18'31"N, 6°8'3"E

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Geneva Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Domaine de Penthes, Tournay Castle, International Committee of the Red Cross, Château de Coppet.

5.3 miS
Park
Domaine de Penthes, Geneva
135 min walk • Nestled in the serene landscape of Geneva, Switzerland, the Domaine de Penthes is a cultural and historical treasure that invites visitors into the heart of Swiss diplomacy and military history. This stately chateau, also known as Penthes Castle, is not only an...
4.9 miS
Forts and castles
Tournay Castle, Geneva
126 min walk • Nestled in the serene municipality of Pregny-Chambésy, just a stone's throw from the bustling city of Geneva, Switzerland, lies the historic Tournay Castle. This majestic edifice, a testament to Swiss heritage, stands as a proud reminder of the region's medieval past.
5.6 miS
Library
International Committee of the Red Cross, Geneva
143 min walk • The library of the International Committee of the Red Cross – in French: la bibliothèque du Comité international de la Croix-Rouge – is a public library based at the headquarter of the international organization in Geneva, Switzerland.
2.8 miE
Forts and castles
Château de Coppet, Coppet
72 min walk • Coppet Castle is a château in the municipality of Coppet of the Canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
5.1 miS
Convention center
Palexpo, Geneva
131 min walk • Palexpo is a convention center in Geneva, Switzerland. The buildings are owned by the canton of Geneva while the company is a semi-private foundation. The center is located close to Geneva International Airport. There are seven halls, and 102,000 square metres of exhibition space. The Geneva Motor Show is held at Palexpo.
4.6 miSE
Forts and castles
Château de Bellerive
117 min walk • Bellerive Castle is a château in the municipality of Collonge-Bellerive of the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance. Bellerive Castle was constructed in 1666 for Charles-Emmanuel II.
4.9 miNE
Forts and castles
Crans Castle
126 min walk • Crans Castle is a castle in the municipality of Crans in the Canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
5.3 miS
46°13'57"N • 6°8'26"E
Musée des Suisses dans le Monde - Museum of the Swiss Abroad, Geneva
135 min walk • Museum
6.1 miSE
Forts and castles
Rouelbeau Castle
156 min walk • Rouelbeau Castle is a ruined lowland fortress in the municipality of Meinier and the only comprehensively visible remnant of a medieval castle in the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland. It is a heritage site of national significance.
5.1 miS
Forts and castles
Château de Pregny, Geneva
130 min walk • The Château de Pregny, sometimes referred to as the Rothschild Castle, is a castle in the municipality of Pregny-Chambésy of the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
5.2 miE
Locality
Hermance
134 min walk • One of the main attractions in Hermance is its well-preserved medieval old town, with its cobblestone streets and historic buildings. Visitors can wander through the narrow alleyways, admire the traditional Swiss architecture, and explore the quaint shops and cafes...