</p><p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-175144" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68025/geneva-2379789-scaled.jpg" alt="Gay Geneva" width="100%" /></p><h2>Geneva | Genève</h2><p>The second largest city in Switzerland and the largest city in the French speaking region of Switzerland. The municipality of Geneva is home to around 200,000 people but is the heart of a commuter region of around 1 million people.</p><p>Geneva has a rich and varied history. It was taken by the Romans in 121 BC and suffered massive devastation in 586AD due to a massive tsunami from lake Geneva. It was the home of Calvinism and became one of the main centres of Europe during the Protestant reformation.</p><p>Nowadays, the city is known for being the headquarters of many of the world's international organisations, including the United Nations. It frequently ranks highly in terms of quality of life for its citizens and in 2017 was ranked the most expensive city in the world. Its wide-ranging cultural activities draw many visitors to the city.</p><h2>Gay Rights in Switzerland</h2><p>For gay rights in Switzerland, please check our <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/essential-guide-to-zurich/">Gay Zurich City Guide page</a>.</p><h2>Gay Scene in Geneva</h2><p>In comparison to the hedonistic dance clubs of Zurich, Geneva's gay scene is a lot more laid back. That does not mean that Geneva's gay scene is by any means boring as there is a good selection of <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/geneva-gay-saunas/">saunas</a>, <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/geneva-gay-cruise-clubs/">cruise clubs</a>, <a href="https://www.travelgay.com/geneva-gay-bars/">gay bars and dance clubs</a> catering for gay customers.</p><p>There isn't a regular pride festival in Geneva as there is a national gay pride festival that rotates amongst the major cities of Switzerland. In 2018 it will be held for the first time in Lugano.</p><h2>Getting to Geneva</h2><p><strong>By plane</strong></p><p>Geneva Airport (GVA)<b> </b>is located 5km from the city centre. It is well connected to locations in Europe and offers a decent range of long-haul flights to destinations in North America, the Middle East and China. It does get busy in the winter months with people coming to nearby ski resorts.</p><p>You can take public transport for free from the airport and it is valid with your boarding pass. The ticket machine is located in the luggage reclaim area and is valid for up to 80 minutes on both trains and buses. Trains take 6 minutes into the centre whereas buses take around 20 minutes.</p><p>Some hotels arrange free shuttle buses specific to their hotel which is worth checking out in advance to see if your hotel offers this. Taxis can be hailed from the airport or ordered in advance. Journeys take around ten minutes and cost in the region of 35 to 45 CHF, depending on traffic conditions, time of day and number of passengers.</p><p><strong>By train</strong></p><p>Geneva is well connected to destinations in Switzerland by rail. There are also a few high-speed rail connections that take you to destinations in France.</p><p><strong>By boat</strong></p><p>A popular way for tourists to get in and out of Geneva. A variety of paddle steamers, mostly built in the early 20th Century, stop at the towns and villages on the shores of Lake Geneva.</p><p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-76615" src="https://static.travelgay.com/media/68026/Geneva-Guide.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /></p><h2>Getting around Geneva</h2><p><strong>On foot</strong></p><p>Geneva's old town is relatively small, which makes it quite easy to navigate by foot. The only thing that is worth noting is that it is not uncommon for streets to change names within a relatively short distance.</p><p><strong>By public transport</strong></p><p>Geneva has a good integrated public transport network of buses, trams, suburban rail and boats. Short hop journeys start at 2CHF with day passes starting at 8CHF. If you are staying in a hotel, hostel or campsite in the canton of Geneva you will receive a free travel pass for the duration of your stay, that is valid with your passport.</p><p>The yellow shuttle boats, Les Mouettes, that cross the lake are popular with tourists. They leave every ten minutes between 7.30am and 6pm. On Friday and Saturday nights there is a night bus service that runs into the early hours.</p><p><strong>By taxi</strong></p><p>There are around 60 taxi ranks situated throughout the city making it easy to find a city on the street however booking is advised at busy times. Taxi drivers in Switzerland are required by law to speak English although the levels of English might vary. Prices may vary depdending on time and date. Uber is commonly used by locals.</p><h2>Where to Stay in Geneva</h2><p>For the latest hotel offers in Geneva, please visit our <a href="https://www.travelgayhotels.com/Place/Geneva.htm">Gay Geneva Hotels page</a>.</p><h2>Things to See &amp; Do in Geneva</h2><p><ul></p><li><strong>Jet d'Eau </strong>- one of the defining symbols of Geneva. This fountain jet was originally an occasional pressure release for a hydro-electric power plant on the Rhone however the people of Geneva liked it so much it became a permanent feature in 1891.</li><li><strong>Cathédrale St-Pierre</strong> - originally a catholic church, this was a key location of the Protestant reformation that swept through Europe. There is a fascinating museum here but just witnessing the splendour of this cathedral is enough to delight.</li><li><strong>Museum of the International Committee of the Red Cross</strong> - an exceptionally interesting museum that explores the humanitarian work done by the Red Cross. Expect to be humbled by some of the photo exhibits.</li><li><strong>Palais des Nations</strong> - originally built to house the League of Nations, the forerunner to the modern-day United Nations. The main attraction here is its grand hall and the public art in its grounds.</li><li><strong>Old Town</strong> - the main draw for tourists to Geneva. Here you will find many traditionally Swiss eating and drinking establishments. It is especially notable for its antique shops.</li><li><b>Rue du Marché </b>- one of Geneva's main thoroughfares and one of the best spots to buy gifts or treat yourself. Practically anything you could imagine can be found here.</li><p></ul></p><h2>When to Visit</h2><p>Geneva's best weather unsurprisingly coincides with the peak tourist season in July and August. December through to April can be quite chilly but this coincides with the ski season that many visitors arrive in the city for. Late spring and early fall are probably the best times to visit if you want to reduce costs and avoid the hoards.</p><p>There is a wide program of events in Geneva scattered throughout the year. The Antigel Festival, which takes place in the first 2 weeks of February, brings music and dance events to unconventional venues across the canton. June's music festival sees a wide range of artists from a variety of genres perform in the city.</p><h2>Visa</h2><p>Switzerland is within the Schengen visa area. If travelling from outside Europe, you should check to see if you require a Schengen visa.</p><h2>Money</h2><p>The Swiss currency is the Swiss Franc (CHF). Prices in Switzerland are generally far higher than in other parts of Europe.

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Även om många tänker på Zürich som Schweiz homosexuella huvudstad, har Genève en handfull queerbarer och mötesplatser. Beläget vid stranden av vackra Genèvesjön, brukar folk inte resa till området för HBT-nattlivet utan för dess enastående naturliga skönhet.<p>Omgiven av de fantastiska Alperna har staden en otrolig utsikt över den ikoniska Mont Blanc. Tillbringa tid på att promenera längs sjön, utforska kafékulturen i Gamla stan och besök sedan gaybarer och bastur i staden på kvällen.</p>Genève har alltid varit en ganska liberal stad. Kollisionen mellan franska, tyska och italienska kulturer gör denna plats till en absolut pärla för gastronomi och god mat.

<p>Även om många tänker på Zürich som Schweiz homosexuella huvudstad, har Genève en handfull queerbarer och mötesplatser. Beläget vid stranden av vackra Genèvesjön, brukar folk inte resa till området för HBT-nattlivet utan för dess enastående naturliga skönhet.</p>
<p>Omgiven av de fantastiska Alperna har staden en otrolig utsikt över den ikoniska Mont Blanc. Tillbringa tid på att promenera längs sjön, utforska kafékulturen i Gamla stan och besök sedan gaybarer och bastur i staden på kvällen.</p>
<p>Genève har alltid varit en ganska liberal stad. Kollisionen mellan franska, tyska och italienska kulturer gör denna plats till en absolut pärla för gastronomi och god mat.</p>

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The new law of same sex marriage for Switzerland also guarantees adoption rights for same sex couples.

The ability for same-sex couples to legally adopt a child.

Step child and single options since 2018. Full legalization pending. It will become legal when gay marriage becomes legal.

Under the registered partnership act same sex couples are not able to adopt their partner’s child.

Consensual age is Switzerland is 16 years old, unless the difference in age between the persons involved is not more than 3 years.

The difference between legal age of consent for homosexual sex and heterosexual sex.

New blood donation rules are now based on an updated risk assessment of various sexual behaviours and are equally applied to all people regardless of sexual orientation.

The ability for MSMs (men who have sex with men) to donate blood or tissue for organ transplants. A deferral period refers to a waiting time before a man can donate after having sex.

In early May 2017, the National Council approved a motion calling on all restrictions on gay and bisexual men donating blood to be lifted. According to the National Council, only risky behaviour should be a factor for blood donation, not one's sexual orientation. The motion, introduced by the Conservative Democrats, was approved 97–89.[66] However, this was rejected by the Council of States on 29 November 2017.[67] The 1 year deferral period for gay and bisexual men donating blood therefore remains in place.

In Switzerland, there are no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.

Censorship or prohibition of discussing, promoting, or teaching LGBTQ+ topics in media, schools, and in the general public.

Change of sex is legal though there are now specific laws concerning the matter. In 1993, the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland stated that a change of sex should be "irreversible"; many judges interpreted it as the person had to go under surgery. In 2012, the Federal Department of Justice and Police via its Federal Office for Civil Registration released a statement about how transsexualism should be handled by cantonal Register offices. The FOCR stated that the Judges and Authorities should cease to oblige a person to go through forced sterilisation in order to have their sex change recognised. Furthermore, a person is granted to choose his or her gender according to his or her social gender and not anymore according to his or her biological gender.

Legal recognition of sex reassignment by permitting a change of legal gender on an individual's birth certificate.

On this date, Neuchâtel banned conversion therapy. Neuchâtel is a canton of Switzerland, of which there are 26. In the other 25 member states of the Swiss Confederation, conversion therapy remains legal.

Legal status of conducting sexual orientation changing therapy ("ex-gay" therapy)

Since 2020, an amendment to Article 261 bis of the Criminal Code (1937) penalises discrimination based on "sexual orientation" in the provision of goods and services. Article 261 bis of the Criminal Code was amended to include “sexual orientation” in the provision that criminalises public denigration, discrimination, or incitement to those actions, as well as the public dissemination of ideologies that aim to systematically denigrate or defame members of a protected group.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Laws in force in Switzerland do not offer protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity in employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, harassment, etc.

Homosexual acts were not mentioned anymore in the revision of the Penal Code of 1991. Therefore the age of consent was lowered to 16 years old for all consenting sexual intercourse.

Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

The Swiss Penal Code introduced in 1942 allowed same sex acts between adults (above 20 years old), but punished homosexual intercourse with people between 16 and 20 years old (while allowing heterosexual acts)

Laws in force in Switzerland do not offer protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation and “gender identity in housing.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity when applying for housing or discrimination by landlords / property owners.

Switzerland approved same-sex marriage with a national referendum.

Marriage and marriage recognition between two people of the same biological sex and/or gender identity.

Swiss Registered Partnership is a Civil Union that grants equal rights to Marriage but differs on three points: access to Fertility treatment, Adoption and facilitated Swiss naturalisation.

Code pénal suisse. Code pénal militaire (Infraction contre l'intégrité sexuelle): Modification du 21 juin 1991 pp 63-78. Switzerland has yet to allow Trans people to serve in the military 

The ability for homosexuals to serve in the military and be open about their sexuality.

Switzerland does not currently legally recognize non-binary identities.

Legal recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, or third gender identities.

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