Synchro-Cyclotron, Meyrin

Name: Synchro-Cyclotron
Address: Meyrin, Switzerland

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The Synchro-Cyclotron, or Synchrocyclotron, built in 1957, was CERN’s first accelerator. It was 15.7 metres in circumference and provided beams for CERN's first experiments in particle and nuclear physics. It accelerated particles to energies up to 600 MeV. The foundation stone of CERN was laid at the site of the Synchrocyclotron by the first Director-General of CERN, Felix Bloch. After its remarkably long 33 years of service time, the SC was decommissioned in 1990. Nowadays it accepts visitors as an exhibition area in CERN. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°13'59"N, 6°3'10"E

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Nearby attractions include: Microcosm, Patinoire des Vernets, ICRC, The Globe of Science and Innovation.

~780 ftE
Museum, Science, Science museum
Microcosm, Meyrin
4 min walk • Nestled within the quiet town of Meyrin, Switzerland, lies a hidden gem for science enthusiasts and curious minds alike: Microcosm. This engaging museum invites visitors to explore the fascinating world of particle physics and the wonders of the universe.
4.7 miSE
Outdoor activities, Sport venue, Sport
Patinoire des Vernets, Geneva
119 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Geneva, Switzerland, the Patinoire des Vernets serves as a premier destination for ice sports enthusiasts. This sports venue is renowned for its exceptional facilities, which cater to a variety of ice-related activities, including figure...
4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
ICRC, Geneva
103 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Geneva, Switzerland, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum (ICRC) stands as a poignant testament to the humanitarian efforts and challenges faced by the global community. This museum is dedicated to promoting understanding about...
~840 ftNE
Striking sphere-shaped exhibition center
The Globe of Science and Innovation, Meyrin
5 min walk • The Globe of Science and Innovation is a visitor center, designed to inform visitors about the significant research being carried out at CERN.
4.1 miE
Forts and castles
Tournay Castle, Geneva
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4.1 miE
Library
International Committee of the Red Cross, Geneva
104 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.
4 miSE
Piers and boardwalks, Bridge
Viaduc de la Jonction, Geneva
102 min walk • The Viaduc de la Jonction is a rail viaduct in Geneva, Switzerland. It was completed in 1945. It is located above the confluence of the rivers Rhône & Arve, locally known as "la Jonction", from which it gets its name.
3.4 miE
Mosque, Church
Geneva Mosque, Geneva
86 min walk • The Geneva Mosque, also known as the Petit-Saconnex Mosque is the largest mosque in Geneva, Switzerland. It was financed by the Saudi-based Muslim World League and constructed in 1978 in the neighborhood of Le Petit-Saconnex.
3 miE
Convention center
Palexpo, Geneva
78 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.
1.3 miSW
Forts and castles
Choully Castle
33 min walk • Choully Castle is a castle in the municipality of Satigny of the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance.
2.9 miSE
Square
Le Lignon, Geneva
74 min walk • Le Lignon is an urban development in the town of Vernier, canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It was built by architect George Addor between 1964 and 1966 and consists of three large buildings and is one of the largest apartment complexes in the world, containing 2,780 units.