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The Jet d'Eau (French pronunciation: [ʒɛ do], Water-Jet) is a large fountain in Geneva, Switzerland and is one of the city's most famous landmarks, being featured on the city's official tourism web site and on the official logo for Geneva's hosting of group stage matches at UEFA Euro 2008.
Apr 26, 2019 · TatianaTissot. Last update April 26th, 2019. The world-famous Jet d'Eau dates back to the 19th century. Its white plume rises 140m into the air from a stone jetty on the lakeside at Eaux-Vives; that is about 50m higher than the Statue of Liberty.
The Jet d'Eau. One hundred and forty metres high and 500 litres of water per second at 200km/h: that’s the Jet d’eau! A true icon of Geneva, the gigantic water fountain has a beautiful story to tell but did you know that its presence in Geneva is almost an accident? Do you know the secret of the Jet d’Eau?
1201 Genève. Phone +41 (0)22 909 70 00. Advertisement. In Geneva harbour, known as “La Rade”, this water jet up to 140 m/460 ft high is a real eye-catcher. When you're in the area, don't miss the chance to have your photo taken with the fountain in the background... or shoot a selfie and send it there and then!
Nov 15, 2023 · The Jet d'eau in figures. 140 metres high; the water is projected skywards at a speed of 200 km/h; half a cubic metre of water gushes our per second; two powerful pump units weigh more than 16 tonnes in total and generate a power output of almost 1,000 kilowatts;
Webcam. Schedules and illuminations. Tour information. Invented almost by chance, the Jet d'Eau embodies the ambition, dynamism and international renown of a city that is respectful of its environment. Discover the history of this symbol of Geneva through guided tours organised by SIG. Le Jet d'eau.
Mar 19, 2024 · 1891 – the Jet d'Eau moves to the quayside. An innovation in engineering meant it was no longer necessary to release this jet of water to avoid the build-up of pressure. By this time, however, passers-by had grown so fond of its sporadic eruptions that the City of Geneva decided to make the jet a tourist attraction.
