Every winter, just as the nights settle in early, Geneva transforms into an open-air gallery of light and imagination. The Geneva Lux Festival returns from 16 January to 1 February 2026.

The festival spreads across the lakefront, bridges and squares, bringing together international artists and local talent to turn the city into a trail of glowing sculptures, projections and playful surprises. And the best part? It’s completely free to explore.

With New York Times naming Geneva one of the top 10 cities to visit in 2024, it's time to start planning that summer holiday been craving to the beautiful Swiss city. Whether it's culture, politics, nature, history or cuisine, explore the numerous highlights in Geneva this summer.