Here we are in the city of Geneva
with a view of the well-known landmark of the Jet d'eau (water-jet)
which rises to 140 metres (460 ft).
Wonderful to see and to feel the energy.
Crossing the Rhone River which flows into the lake,
called Lac Léman, towards the old part of town.
We could sit down at an outside terrace and have lunch
Let's do it!
Then a stroll through the Jardin Anglais (English Gardens)
and sit awhile on a bench.
The long-legged cyclist got that idea at the same time as I did!
What about a bike ride?
There's even a basket for a bottle of water and a bar of the best Swiss chocolate!
A boat pulls in
proudly flying the Swiss flag
Strong ropes are attached so that travellers can climb aboard.
The queue of waiting passengers starts to move
which gives me an excuse to leave the hustle and bustle
and concentrate on that lovely big boat chimney
and the captain's cabin.
That water-jet gets in all the captures!
...and off they go.
Bon voyage!
I'll be taking a little trip of my own
but I'll be back sometime in July.
Be good while I'm gone...
See you soon!
Such pretty shots. I'd love to visit one day.
ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely area to visit!
DeleteLove all the blue in your images. Beautiful place your country. Have a good holiday away.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Barbara. Blues are so serene and refreshing - I hope they cool you down a little!
DeleteThanks for the trip to Geneva :)) Have a good holiday!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lasse. It's so lovely to have a little break in routine!
DeleteTravel safe, and have a wonderful time, Sandra!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lisa. I won't be near a lake, but I will be in the glorious country most of the time!
DeleteA wonderful story of the area around Lake Leman. Looking forward to seeing posts on your travel adventures!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary. The Lake Leman area stretches out quite a long way both here in Switzerland and in neighbouring France on the other side. I love visiting all these places and plan to do outings all around the lake this year!
DeleteBy the lake - I imagine a breeze of cool air and refreshing sprays from the fountains. Enjoy your upcoming adventures, Sandra
ReplyDeleteYes, Barb, a refreshing breeze and sprays from the fountains are all part of these lovely visits! I'm looking forward to my upcoming trip to England!
DeleteOh what a delightful trip out on a sunny day . . . thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sarn xxx
So glad you came along, Sarn!
DeleteWhat a beautiful day for a boat ride. Gorgeous blue sky.
ReplyDeleteYes, Sarah, the weather was really beautiful that day and lots of other people were enjoying the lake, just like me!
DeleteWhat a lovely trip I've gone on vicariously through you! Hope you have a great trip, and "see" you soon!
ReplyDeleteKate :}
A boat ride is always fun, Kate, though I didn't do one on this particular day, Thank you for your good wishes for my little trip!
ReplyDeleteWhat a charming tour of Geneva. How I'd love to sit outside and have lunch with you! We visited Geneva in the 1990s and enjoyed so much back then. Bon Voyage, Sandra!
ReplyDeleteI love the atmosphere of those outside terraces, Gina. It brings a summery relaxed feel into our strolls through this lakeside city.
DeleteA beautiful day for a trip! I hope you enjoy your time away and look forward to seeing your pictures!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cathy. A lakeside, some sunshine and it feels like being on holiday already!
ReplyDeleteSandra your images of your time there are so beautiful, full of vitality and life. Just lovely. Wishing you a wonderful time away!
ReplyDeleteThank you Tammie. I'm back home again and seem to have brought some rain with me from England!
DeleteOh how wonderful
ReplyDeletesafe journey wishes to you...
Thank you! Safely back home again after a lovely time away in my home country with my son!
Deletelooks like fun, hope you have a joyful trip and see many, wonderful things.
ReplyDeleteHi Lissa! My trip was joyful. Yes! Thanks to the abundance of rain there were many colourful umbrellas bobbing in the streets! The design of mine is called "Kissing butterflies". Isn't that poetic?
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