The Southern Village: History and Memory

Starting at le pont de Seymaz, discover the village’s oldest houses, cobbled alleyways lined with river stones, and hidden passageways.
The walk will take you to Place Colonel-Alfr.-Audéoud, where you may still be able to collect the last chestnuts of the season.
The visit will continue indoors with an interactive presentation exploring memories of past celebrations and everyday life in 1801, the year Chêne-Bougeries was founded.
A special quiz for families will add a fun touch to the morning visits.

Dates and times
Sunday, 22 November 2026: 10 am and 2 pm
Sunday, 29 November 2026: 10 am and 2 pm

Registration required
For visits on 22 November: by Friday, 20 November, at noon
For visits on 29 November: by Friday, 27 November, at noon

Register by email: culture@chene-bougeries.ch

Admission: Free, open to all ages

Meeting point: Pont de Seymaz by Rue du Vieux-Chêne 22

Don't forget to bring walking shoes and warm clothing.

Guides

Philippe Ruegg, architect and urban planner, and certified guide from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), with the kind contribution of Céline Beuchat, historian and UNIGE-certified guide; Isabelle Brunier, historian; and Flávio Borda d’Água, historian and research officer at the Geneva Library, and UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein delegate.