Lake Geneva

• Countries: Switzerland, France
• Cities: Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Vevey, Evian-les-Bains, Thonon-les-Bains, Le Bouvre, Saint-Gingolf
• Islands: Chillon Castle, Ruso Island, Arp Island
• Average depth: 154 m
• Area: 580 km²

Lake Geneva , or Leman - is the largest, picturesque lake in Western Europe. Territorially it belongs to 60% of Switzerland , and 40% of France. This is one of the most beautiful places in Europe. Here come the richest people of the world to relax in the resort towns that are located on the shore of Lehman. For many, the lake's landscapes became an inspiration.

Where is Lake Geneva?

The very place where Lake Geneva is located, was formed due to the retreating glacier. This fact explains the shape of the Leman crescent. There is a lake in the opening of the Rhone. The bend of Lehmann divides it into two parts: the Great Lake (in the east) and the Small (in the west). The northern coast is littered with chic resorts, this is the so-called "Swiss Riviera". In this part of Lake Geneva, the most important landmark of Switzerland is the Chillon Castle . His tower is visible from three cities, a large number of people visit him daily to touch the age-old history. The depth of Lake Geneva is 154 meters, the water level in it is controlled by the Geneva dam.

Weather

The eastern and southern coasts cover the mountains of the Alps , so the calmness of the lake is almost inviolable. The waters of the lake are always perfectly clean, so he has the third unofficial name "huge mirror". Looking at the surface of the water, you can see every distant bush and tree, which are reflected in it. On the shores of the lake comes a huge number of tourists. The climate in this place is ideal for rest, not cold and not hot. Thanks to the Alpine mountain massif in summer, the high temperature of the air is practically not felt. The water temperature in summer reaches +23, so you can swim in it all season.

Interesting facts about Lake Geneva

1. In 563, a terrible tsunami swept over the Geneva lake in Switzerland, which destroyed many fortifications and destroyed several villages. This was caused by a massive landslide near Rhone, the wave height reached 8 meters and covered the city of Geneva in 70 minutes, after the occurrence.
2. In 1827, the speed of sound underwater was measured for the first time in Lake Geneva. Special instruments were created, and soon there were catamarans. It is believed that Lake Geneva has become the "homeland" of racing on a yacht after this research. Soon this sport became popular all over the world.
3. At the end of 1960, there was severe pollution on Lake Geneva. Because of this, it was forbidden to swim in it, as well as eating water from the lake. Soon the source of pollution was eliminated, but in 1980 the lake was subjected to a new one with new strength. In those years, because of pollution, almost all the fish were destroyed. But the government of Switzerland and France quickly coped with this problem.
4. Mary and Percy Shirley, spending their holidays on the shores of Lake Geneva, wrote several stories that became the basis for the novel "Frankenstein". Charlie Chaplin spent the last years and died in the town of Vevey, which is on the shores of Lake Geneva. The Deep Purple band wrote their legendary song "Smoke on the Water" under the impression of a fire in the casino and its smoke over the lake water.

Resorts and Entertainment

The grandiose landmark of Lake Geneva, like Geneva itself, is the Doe Fountain . It appeared more than 120 years ago and at that time was the highest in the world. Walking around it is the most interesting and entertaining entertainment in Geneva.

On the shores of Lake Geneva, there are many beautiful cities in Switzerland. They fell in love with a large number of tourists. Each has its own unique attractions and a lot of interesting activities.

1. Lausanne is the capital of the Olympic movement, a nice and quiet city of Switzerland, which is located on the shores of Lake Geneva. From the coastline, fantastic landscapes to the mountains open, and excursions by boat to Lake Geneva are the most popular entertainment.
2. Montreux and Vevey . Fantastic resorts near the Lake Geneva are the cities of Montreux and Vevey. They became the best and brightest representatives of the Swiss Riviera. These are really beautiful, picturesque, calm and inspiring cities. They like to relax writers, musicians, deputies and businessmen.
3. Willar . At an altitude of 1300 meters above the Lake Geneva, in the Alps, lies the beautiful resort town of Villars. Of course, they come here to go skiing, to enjoy the pure alpine air and the landscapes of the mountain ranges. Villar is considered the best family resort on the shores of Lake Geneva. It has a lot of fun for children and adults.

At Lake Geneva you can not only spend an unforgettable vacation, but also become healthier, because on its shores there are three world-famous medical centers in which the best doctors, professors and scientists of Europe work. They come with people with different problems from all over the world and, of course, get the desired result of treatment.

How to get there?

Lake Geneva is located in the heart of Europe, so it is not difficult to get to it. This can be done using a car, plane or train. The third option - the most common and profitable in terms of savings. There are special tour agencies in which you can book yourself a three-day Regional Pass along the shores of Lake Geneva. The most convenient way to get to it is from Zurich . In this city at the stations there are special shuttle buses to Montreux. With their help you will reach him in 3-4 hours. You can get to Montreux by train for 1.5 hours. Ticket price is 70 CHF.