SPECIAL VENUES

SPECIAL VENUES                 Gala dinners  -  Cocktails  -  Presentations, etc.

THE ARIANA MUSEUM brings under one roof the City of Geneva’s collections of ceramics and glass. It is the only musum in Switzerland - and one of the most important in Europe - devoted entirely to kiln craft.

With over 16,000 objects, the collections illustrate seven centuries of ceramics in Geneva, Switzerland, Europe and the East. All the main techniques are represented: pottery, stoneware, earthenware, porcelain and china. The islamic collection and an important series of oriental porcelaines for export reveal the interactions between East and west which constitute a fundamental truth in the universal history of ceramics. The museum also has examples of work from the 20th century.

Built on the initiative of Gustave Revillod (1817-1890), the Ariana Museum, with its neo-classical and neo-baroque features, immediately set itself apart from the local architectural style.

ATHÉNÉE 4 is a multi-purpose space for organising various activities. This charming and unique venue can host concerts, shows, cockails or dinners. It is situated near the Old Town.

BABYLONE. Under the magnificent vaults of the vast dining room, a team of professionals handle the challenge of taking you back to the Medieval period.

Centre d’Art Contemporain. Founded in 1974, the Centre of Contemporary Art Geneva has been located since 1989 in a former factory of the late thirties, which also houses the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. The building reflects contemporary art and offers four floors with a total of 2,000sqm.

BFM. The “Bâtiment des Forces Motrices“ was built in 1886 on the Rhône River as a pumping station. The BFM supplied Geneva households with drinking water and also regulated the level of the lake. The building has been remodeled into a warm, welcoming place where wood combines with the metalllic structure.

Château de Coppet. Coppet Castle is only 12 km / 7 miles away from Geneva. The visitor can reach it by car, train or even better, by boat, enjoying a short cruise (45 min.) from Geneva to Coppet. On each side of the main courtyard, from which the lake, the Alps and the charming medieval village of Coppet can be admired, you will find the main buildings (former stables) hosting nowadays events of any kind. The refurbished greenhouse, situated on the opposite side of the street, with its cosy vetegable garden is also a pleasant setting for berbecues.

Château de Penthes. The “Château de Penthes“ is situated in a magnificent park just a few steps behind the United Nations. Its setting and premises (Pavillon Gallatin, pavillon Soldati, salle d’Erlach) offer possibilities for conferences and gala dinners. The Pavillon Gallatin can host up to 400 persons (cocktail) and 250 persons (seated). For conferences, from 60 to 160 persons.

Creux-de-Genthod. The restaurant, situated 15 minutes from Geneva city centre, is in the bay of the Creux-de-Genthod, a small marina facing the Mont-Blanc.

The spacious terrace shaded with plaine trees is a peaceful and tranquil haven on the banks of the lake. Indoors three venues, sophisticated, warm and discreet are at your disposition.

The elegant restaurant can accommodate your business meals as well as your private parties. The bistro and its fireplace offer to your receptions a warm and intimate ambiance. The salon on the first floor, with its wooden beams, can hold small meetings (maximum 20 persons) and can be arranged accoding to your needs.

The creative and refined food proposed by the chef and his team features local poducts and changes with the seasons, favouring the use of the fish found in the lake of Geneva.

The Creux-de-Genthod can also be accessed by boat from Geneva for an unforgettable and peaceful lake experience!

Domaine de Choully. The “Domaine de Choully“ is situated in a park right in the heart of the Geneva vineyards. This mansion from 17th century offers possibilities to host conferences, cocktails, barbecues, gala dinners, wedding, company outing, anniversary, offsite catering.

Domaine de Plein-Vent. This 250-year-old private mansion is situated in the Geneva countryside and was once a wine-growing estate. The very tasteful renovation gave birth to an outstanding venue: the inner courtyard can host your cocktail while the main ballroom located on the first floor (very often used as the dining room) is furnished with antiques and beautiful paintings. The domaine de Plein-Vent is only 30 minutes from downtown Geneva.

Ferme du Vignoble. The “Ferme du Vignoble“ is situated in the heart of the Geneva vineyards in the village of Satigny, only five km from the airport. The warm and rustic atmosphere of the transformed farmhouse makes it an ideal venue for dinners and cocktails. For conference up to 80 persons.

Flux Laboratory. “Don’t ask what business can do for the arts, but what the arts can do for business...“

Flux Laboratory, a unique cultural centre and business venue in Geneva.

Many rooms at your disposal: the Dark Room (100 m2), the White Room (100m2), the Attique (60m2) and the Patio+Kitchen+Garden (100m2). Capacity for conferences, in theatre style, 80 persons can be welcome in the White Room or in the Dark Room.

Geneva Arena. The Geneva Arena is a very large multi-purpose hall, where concerts, sporting events and exhibitions are held regularly. The Arena can host from 1,000 to over 9,000 persons, depending on the required set-up, and is conveniently situated within walking distance of the airport.

Grand Théâtre. The “Grand Théâtre“ (Opera House), with its imposing 19th century facade, is an historic building. It faces one of Geneva’s most attractive squares and parks. This elegant venue is ideal for any gala event.

Halle des Sablières. Halle des Sablières is a new space located in an industrial hall of recent design. Fitted out in particular as an event area, this hall offers a wide range of possibilities. Thanks to its adaptability, ample surface area, large volume and great ceiling height, this hall gives scope for the most audacious projects imaginable. Located close to the freeway and to Geneva airport, it has easy and direct access and good parking facilities.

Halle Sécheron. Ideally situated in the centre of Geneva, the Sécheron Hall is a recently renovated multi-purpose hall.

The hall offers 2,000 sqm of modifiable space (entrance, coat room and hall), which is regularly used to hold events such as: gala dinners, cocktails, product launches, company parties, seminars, conferences, etc.

In addition to its easy access, the Sécheron Hall can offer parking facilities during evenings and week-ends.

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Discover the fascinating history of the world’s first humanitarian organisation. Bathed in daylight and situated on the ground floor, the restaurant is accessible from the large entrance hall. It can be arranged for meals or receptions and is open to the atrium. On the same level, the auditorium is also accessible from the entrance hall and offers a wide range of possibilities for flexible set-up. There is also a projection cabin, an integrated sound system and air-conditioning.

Le Garage. Le Garage, a former automotive shop transformed into a modern, American-style loft, is available for meetings and incentive planner’s use. Le Garage is situated in an exclusive area of Geneva, with easy access to the city centre. The loft has two spacious rooms with wood floors, measuring 300 sqm. and 100 sqm., respectively. Large windows and a multitude of skylights allow natural light to fill the space. Le Garage can be hired for events of any type, including receptions of up to 500 guests or a banquet of 150.

Le Manège. This venue, a former riding school, is situated only five km from the city centre. It has been completely restructured into a modern and multi-purpose hall. The 650 sqm. space, with its three levels, is wellsited for galas, various shows and product launches. Entrance foyer: bar of 7.20 m / Ground floor with modular stage / 1st floor: gallery / 2nd floor: gallery, often used as lounge.

Maxim’s. “Chez Maxim’s“ was originally founded in Paris in 1897 by Maxime Gaillard during the “Belle Epoque“ period. Maxim’s offers high standard services in an elegant Art Nouveau setting for your private functions.

Les Caves des Vollandes. “Les Caves des Vollandes“ (cellars) were built at the end of the 17th century. The stones for its construction were shipped from Meillerie, a small village between Evian and St-Gingolph. These cellars were first built for the Swiss Army. After World War I, the premises were used for ice storage. This ice was then sold to the restaurants and “pubs“ of the city. The appropriate “climate“ of these cellars attracted a green-grocer for his vegetables and cheeses, where he completed their maturating process. In the seventies, a wine merchant took possession of this site. Nowadays the two vaulted areas of this former wine cellar, as well as the foyer, is ideal for Medieval gala dinners or candlelight dinners.

Le Panoramique. “Le Panoramique“ restaurant, with its unique view over the runways of the Geneva International Airport and the Jura mountains, is an ideal place for company events, gala dinners and functions. French and innovative cuisine. Parking facilities.

Maison Communale de Plainpalais. The “Maison Communale de Plainpalais“ which includes the “Théâtre Pitoëff“, was built by the architect Joseph Marschall and inaugurated in 1909. The “L-shaped“ building offers a multipurpose banqueting hall with a stage (La Grande Salle). The “Salle des Assemblées“ and the “Théâtre Pitoëff“ are adjacent to the banquet hall and also provide a generous space with various halls and stairs connecting the rooms together. The interior decoration (marble, paintings, mosaic, stained-glass windows) is largely inspired by “Art nouveau“. A recent renovation restored the glamour of this building and its banqueting hall.

Oldtimer Tram. The Tramway Museum Association of Geneva was founded in 1973. Its first aim was to rescue the rolling stock of the former “Compagnie Genevoise des Tramways électriques“ from demolition. Today, different carriages can be rented to host your next cocktail on board, while discovering the city “on the move“.

Palais d’Athénée. The “Palais de l’Athénée“, situated in the Old Town, is the seat of the “Société des Arts“, which also owns this historic building. The famous architects Gabriel Diodati and Charles Schaeck designed the building. Available for rent are the “Salle des Abeilles“, refurbished in 1985, and “The Grand Salon du Palais“ (The Red Cross was founded in this room in 1863). An ideal place for luncheons, meetings and intimate cockails or dinner receptions.

Pressoir du Crest. This ancient press house is situated in the heart of the vineyards and overlooked by the dungeon of the Château du Crest (17th century). The surroundings will provide a hearty and welcoming atmosphere for your cocktails and dinner receptions.

Restaurant du Parc des Eaux-Vives. Located in Geneva’s huge expanse of green, the Parc des Eaux-Vives, and overlooking Lake Geneva, this historic building has reopened after a complete refurbishment. Now available is the trendy brasserie and terrace, as well as the restaurant, with exquisite cuisine and contemporary decor. Three private function rooms are availabale in the restaurant, as well as seven guestrooms (including two suites).

Restaurant Edelweiss. Every night, folklore music and yodler singers welcome and serve you a delicious cheese or meat fondue along with other Swiss specialities.

Salle Sainte-Thérèse. Situated in the lovely village of Vésenaz, the Salle St-Thérèse is a warm banqueting space with large picture windows. Cocktails Capacities: Banquet 130 / Cocktail 250. Can also be used for Conferences, Exhibitions, Product Launches.

Salle Centrale de la Madeleine. Constructed in 1905 and renovated in 1951 and 2000, the Salle Centrale de la Madeleine is situated in the city centre - midway between the Place du Molard and the Bourg-de-Four. It has excellent acoustics, sound equipment, lighting and a cinema screen. On the first floor is a multi-purpose 100 m2 hall for private or public use that accepts exhibitions, conferences and small shows.

Les Salons. Hall of the Société genevoise des Amis de l’Instruction built in 1876 and restored in the original style, the Salons Theatre is outstanding for its bold decor carried out by the Parisian firm Diosse & Fils, which was also responsible for auditorium and stage of the Grand Théâtre that was then in course of construction. In addition to hosting various plays, the Salons also holds exhibitions.

Société de Lecture. This magnificient property, built in 1743, is situated in the heart of the Old Town. The “Société de Lecture“ is actually cultural centre, as well as a private library. The 18th century rooms will give your cocktails, receptions, dinners and luncheons a very special atmosphere.

Soupçon - Restaurant. In between the authenticity of the old town and the cosmopolite dynamism of Geneva, the restaurant-bar “Soupçon“ offers an innovative cuisine emphasizing on freshness, flavours and creativity in a modern and welcoming environment.

Studio 4 TSR. Themed evening in the wings of a television studio. The TV studio of the “TSR, Télévision Suisse Romande“ (French-language television), is an ideal venue for any large event, such as product launches and corporate hospitality. Tailor-made solutions and possibility to use in-house caterer. Floor space: 900 sqm. Usable height: 12 metres.

The Blue Tram. This historic streetcar, built in 1901, has been fully restored. It can be rented for cocktails and small receptions. The tram uses the network of the public transportation system of Geneva to take you on a tour to the city.

United Nations. The Palais des Nations stands in the 25-hectare Ariana Park among majaestic trees, many of which are over 100 years old. This enormous complex, which covers a surface area equal to that of the Palace de Versailles, was completed in 1936. Since 1946, it has housed the Offices of the United Nations, successor to the League of Nations, founded by U.S. President Wilson in Geneva in 1920. It was constructed with meetings in mind. The Assembly Hall, the largest conference room, can accomodate 2,000 representatives. The Palais des Nations has 2,000 offices and 34 conference rooms. The “Restaurant des Délégués“, which can be rented for special events, is located on the 8th floor. Its terrace offers a unique panoramic view of the city, the lake and the Mont-Blanc.

Villa Sarasin. Next to Geneva-Palexpo and carefully restored in 1993, this former 19th century manor offers 300 sqm. of space on each of its four levels. Lower level: three dining rooms (100 guests). Ground floor: spacious lobby, five deluxe lounges, veranda and terrace (350 guests). First floor: eight small lounges for office space or meeting rooms. Under the eaves: reception lounge with bar.

Weetamix Hall. Weetamix Halll is located in a former industrial premises. It benefits from daylight and has a surface of 330 sqm. The ceiling height is over nine metres. It can be rented during the day as well as in the evening for dinners, corporate events, exhibitions, fashion shows and other events.

Compagnie Générale de Navigation sur le Lac Léman. The Compagnie Générale de Navigation sur le Lac Léman (CGN) can host your private cruise. Its boats make a privileged environment, adding elegance and class to your special occasion. Our fleet of multipurpose boats of all sizes can lend itself to all your projects. Depending on your destination, the number of guests and the type of catering which you chose, we will offer you the boat which best suits your needs.

“La Liberté“. Step back into the 13th century, when the first galleys were running on Lake Geneva. “La Liberté“ is a galley built on the model of Mediterranean vessels. On board, you will find in the very heart of the ship, “Le Grand Pavois“, for your seated dinners. From the deck, you’ll admire the magic of the Lake Geneva scenery. The fine choice of material, the on-board infrastructure and the lake setting revives the legend of this unique vessel.

Swissboat and mouettes genevoises navigation. Whether you wish to discover the lakeside just by your own, or to organise a trip with your colleagues, we can transform your dream into reality. All boats can be privately rented for special occasions, family or business events. All boats are heated. A permanent radio link is maintained. All destinations on the lake are possible.

Neptune. La Neptune, a two-masted sailing boat built in 1904, is the last big Geneva boat of the majestic fleet on “Lac Léman“. Until 1968, the boat was used for transporting gravel and stones. The State of Geneva purchased the old boat to save it from dismantling and completely renovated it (1972-1974). It was declared an “historical monument“ in 1993.

SPECIAL VENUES - CRUISES       “CHARTER YOUR PRIVATE BOAT

An exceptional concept designed with Geneva Airport in mind so that “Business“ can be done with “Pleasure“. This new concept located on the third floor at Geneva International Airport

can offer you seven

completely configurable

Delicious and creative cuisine prepared by Chef Gilles Dupont from Lion d’Or in Cologny. Wines of the world and cocktails. Showing previously unseen concerts of the Montreux Jazz Festival on huge widescreen televisions. Opportunities for the organization of banquets, cocktails buffets, private receptions and live concerts.

Located at the Geneva International Airport.

conference rooms equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology. Altitude offers an exceptional setting, graced by a superb view of the airport and the Jura Mountains.

The Michelin-starred chefs, Gilles Dupont, Thomas Byrne and Fabien Legon, bring to bear all their skills and passion for flavours as they help you to explore fine cuisine, accompanied by a selection of the best wines. The team organizes working sessions, private and business receptions up to 300 people.