Bâtiment des Forces Motrices: A Cultural Gem in Geneva

Getting There

• Tram

  If you're in the city center, head to the nearest tram stop serving line 12, such as the 'Rive' stop. Board the tram heading towards 'Blandonnet'. After approximately 5 stops, get off at 'Jonction'. From there, you can transfer to tram line 18. Board tram line 18 heading towards 'Nations'. After 3 stops, get off at 'Pâquis'. From the tram stop, it is a short 10-minute walk to the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices. Walk straight along Rue de la Terrassière, then turn left onto Rue des Voisins. Continue straight until you reach Place des Volontaires, where the venue is located.

• Bus

  If you are near the 'Cornavin' train station, find the bus stop outside of the station. Take bus number 6 towards 'Moulin' and get off at 'Les Paquis'. From the bus stop, it's about a 10-minute walk. Head south on Rue des Paquis, then take a right onto Rue de la Terrassière. Continue straight until you reach Place des Volontaires, where you'll find the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices.

• Walking

  If you are staying near the lake, start at the Promenade des Bastions. Walk northeast along the lake until you reach the Pont de la Machine. Cross the bridge and continue straight on Rue du Mont-Blanc. Turn left onto Rue des Alpes, then right onto Rue de la Terrassière. Continue straight until you arrive at Place des Volontaires, where the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices is located.