Broken Chair: A Symbol of Peace in Geneva
A powerful symbol against landmines and war, the Broken Chair stands tall in Geneva's Place des Nations, urging peace and humanitarian action.
The Broken Chair, a towering wooden sculpture with a missing leg, stands as a powerful symbol against landmines and cluster bombs in front of the United Nations Office in Geneva. Created by Swiss artist Daniel Berset, it serves as a constant reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilians.
A brief summary to Broken Chair
- Geneva, 1202, CH
Local tips
- Visit the Broken Chair as part of a walking tour of the Place des Nations and the nearby United Nations Office.
- Take a moment to reflect on the sculpture's message and the importance of global efforts to ban landmines and protect civilians.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum, located nearby.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Broken Chair is easily accessible by public transport. From Geneva's main train station, Genève-Cornavin, take tram line 15 or bus lines 5, 8, 11, 20, 22, or 60 to the 'Nations' stop. The journey takes approximately 6-8 minutes. A single ticket costs CHF 3-4.
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Walking
From the Genève-Sécheron train station, the Broken Chair is a 15-minute walk. Exit the station and walk straight on Avenue de France, then turn left onto Place des Nations. The Broken Chair will be directly in front of you.
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Taxi
A taxi from Geneva's city center to the Broken Chair takes approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost is CHF 19-23. Taxi stands are available at the train station and major hotels.
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