Sitting on the doorstep of France, the charming city of Geneva is impressive international cultural and industrial center with its 250 international organizations based here, the most important being as the European headquarters for the United Nations, the World Health Organization, and the International Red Cross.
Due to its relatively ideological and geographic isolation from Switzerland, Geneva is almost like one of those old European “city states”.
Geneva lies in the Rhône Valley at the southwestern part of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman), between the Jura Mountains and the majestic Alps. The city is the capital of the canton of Geneva – which is the 2nd smallest canton in the Confederation of Switzerland; however Geneva is the 2nd largest city in the country and has a perfect setting on one of the biggest alpine lakes and within view of the pinnacle of Mont Blanc. With plenty of beautiful parks and promenades, the city turns into a virtual garden during the summer. Geneva is also one of the healthiest big cities world-wide, due to the prevailing north-winds, which take away all air pollution.
Encircled by French territory, Geneva is linked to Switzerland only by the lake and a narrow corridor, hence the strong French influence shows in its mansard roofs, iron balconies, sidewalk cafes, as well as French signs. Anyway, Geneva has a long history of diversity and great tolerance dating back to the Protestant Reformation. Today, the city is a great cultural center one of the leading in world class entertainment, top rated restaurants and unlimited possibilities of for recreation and tourism. A landmark of the city and Geneva’s most popular monument - The Jet d'eau, is the world’s tallest water fountain. The ancient Old Town offers a living glimpse of the past, while the Geneva’s more than 30 museums and art galleries cover the rich and vibrant history of this outstanding city. Geneva is also excellent base for exploring the nearby countryside - whether interested in biking, boating, hiking, wine-tasting or looking for an exciting skiing or snowboarding in Switzerland, the city provides one with easy access to all of these, many different tours, as well as various day trips to the adjacent towns of Lausanne, Chamonix and Montreux.

Name: Stade de Genève
Club: Servette FC
City: Genève
Inauguration: 16 March 2003
Capacity: 31,000 seats
Pitch dimensions: 105*68

On 16 March 2003, the new multifunctional stadium in Geneva was opened with a Swiss domestic league match between Servette FC and BSC Young Boys. The official opening of the stadium came some on 30 April 2003, when Switzerland lost 2-1 to Italy in a friendly international.

The Stade de Genève, a modern football arena, is located at the La Praille site with 30,000 covered seats, close to the French border. The construction of the stadium was been planned in close co-operation with UEFA. The stadium has direct access to the Geneva RER network, its own railway station and a link to the nearby motorway. The stadium complex also contains a shopping centre with underground car park, hotel, TV studios, office and conference facilities, as well as a cultural centre.