Geneva

In Switzerland, Geneva is a wonderful place to visit. Geneva in the winter is ideal for individuals who enjoy spending time both indoors and outside. In the adjacent Jura Mountains, which have three Alpine Ski Areas, there are skating rinks and skiing chances. If this is your first time skiing, enroll in a beginning lesson; it will be well worth your time. The Jet d'eau fountain in Geneva is a must-see. Dress warmly because it can be quite cold and chilly near the ocean. If the cold is getting to you, go to the museums. First and foremost, there is the United Nations location in the Palais des Nations building. Those interested in history should go to the Musee d'Art et d'Histoire, where they may study prehistoric cultures.

In the winter, Geneva is an excellent Swiss destination for seeing Christmas markets. They have various markets scattered across the city where you can enjoy mulled wine and other traditional Christmas goodies. From late November to early January, the most traditional-style Christmas market is hosted on Rue du Mont-Blanc. Food is an integral element of the Christmas season. Try the excellent fondue at Café du Soleil. If you're in Geneva, make sure you don't miss the Coupe de Noel, Geneva's traditional Christmas swimming event, on the Sunday before Christmas. Approximately 2,000 swimmers compete in this competition, donning extravagant gowns and wetsuits and diving into the chilly waters of Lake Geneva.