Monument
Jet d'Eau
Geneva, Switzerland
A giant water fountain that shoots high above Lake Geneva and is the city's emblem.
Monument · Switzerland · Geneva
Reformation Wall
A long park wall with giant statues of key figures from the Protestant Reformation.
Free to enter about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Reformation Wall matters
In the Bastions Park, a tall stone wall carries statues of Reformation leaders including Calvin and Knox. It's a striking monument and sits beside an outdoor chess board where locals play with huge pieces. Combine it with a walk in the park and the university buildings nearby.
Talking points
- Statues show Calvin, Farel, Beza and Knox.
- Giant chess is played in the park beside it.
- It sits at the edge of the old town.
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