In the Heart of the Escalade
What really happened on the night of 11 December 1602 ?
From historical facts to local traditions, this is a visit that
will take you back in time.
Be guided through the cobbled streets of the Old Town
and discover the Escalade that cemented Geneva’s
independence. With the help of your guide, you’ll relive
this unique event as if you were there !
will take you back in time.
Be guided through the cobbled streets of the Old Town
and discover the Escalade that cemented Geneva’s
independence. With the help of your guide, you’ll relive
this unique event as if you were there !
Public or private visit
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Price
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- Public visit
- Adult
- 25 CHF
- Child
- 15 CHF
- AVS
- 15 CHF
- Get a discount with the Geneva City Pass
- Private visit
- 290 CHF
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Price & conditions
- Public visit
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Walking tour lasting 2 hours.
Discounted rates are only available with your discount card.
1 CHF from your Geneva City Pass will be donated to MyClimate "Cause We Care" for climate protection and sustainable tourism in Switzerland - Private visit
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Geneva Tourism can provide personalised private guided tours according to the needs of the client.
We offer a variety of themes as well as bus and minivan rental at preferential rates.
- Duration: 2 hours (possibility to extend the tour for an additional fee).
- Languages: on request.
- Maximum of 20 people per guide.
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Languages
- Public visit
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French, English
- Private visit
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More than 20 languages to choose from
Reserve
Contact
Open map
Meeting point
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Escalade fountain, Confederation str. 4
Address
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Fondation Genève Tourisme & Congrès - 1211 GenèvePlace Cornavin 7Email: info@geneve.comTelephone: +41 22 909 70 00