Parc des Bastions

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Parks · Cité / Old Town

Parc des Bastions

FreeLeashed only

Geneva's oldest and most central historic park, home to the Reformation Wall, giant chessboards and the University of Geneva.

Why it made the list

A majestic shaded park in the heart of the city where leashed dogs can walk the allées between sightseeing stops.

Good to know before you go

Dogs are forbidden on the lawns but allowed on the park paths on a leash (City of Geneva park rules).

Practical notes

  • Enter from Place de Neuve
  • the plane-tree allées stay cool in summer.

What is available on site

  • Shaded seating
  • Step-free access

House rules and verification

The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Last checked: against the source on . Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.

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