Date/Time
Date - 17/10/2025 - 19/10/2025
Time - All Day

IAESTE invites you to join the Geneva Weekend 2025 from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th of October. Discover one of Switzerland’s most international cities, while enjoying its old town, lakeside views, and vibrant nightlife.

We will visit CERN and the Red Cross Museum, stroll through the charming old town, and take a scenic boat ride (mouette) across the lake. You will also have time to enjoy Geneva’s bars and nightlife with the group.

Accommodation will be at Geneva Hostel, located near the lake and the city center (Rue Rothschild 28-30, 1202 Geneva).

📅 Program

Date: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th October 2025
Number of Participants: 15 + 2 organizers
Accommodation: Geneva Hostel

Friday, 17th October

• Evening arrival in Geneva 🚆
• Check-in at Geneva Hostel 🛎️
• Group drinks at hostel or in a bar 🍻

Saturday, 18th October

• Breakfast at hostel
• Visit CERN 🔬
• Packed lunch
• Visit the UN square and the Red Cross Museum 
• Group dinner at Bains des Pâquis (iconic fondue by the lake!)
• Evening: Explore Geneva’s nightlife 🎶

Sunday, 19th October

• Breakfast at hostel
• Buy lunch at supermarket
• Guided old town visit 🏛️
• Pre-bought lunch
• Walk along the lake & boat ride back with the mouette ⛵
• Dinner individually arranged and travel back home 🚆

💰 Participation Fee

IAESTE affiliated*: 110 CHF
Non-IAESTE: 160 CHF

*Discount applies only to IAESTE interns & LC members in 2025.

Included in the fee:

• 2 nights at Geneva Hostel (Fri-Sun)
• Breakfast (Sat & Sun)
• Packed lunch on saturday 
• Group dinner at Bains des Pâquis (Sat)
• Entry to CERN and Red Cross Museum
• Guided old town visit
• Boat ride on Lake Geneva (mouette)
• Transport in Geneva
• Lots of fun and international friends 🌍✨

Not included in the fee:

• Transport to/from Geneva
• Drinks and nightlife costs on Friday & Saturday
• Dinner on Friday & Sunday
• Lunch on Sunday

📝 Registration

Registration opens on 01.10.2025 at 12:00 pm.

Registration link: https://forms.gle/YKjEMXx6Eta8NQ9h7 

You will be emailed with the payment details once your registration has been made and you must pay by the specified date to secure your spot. By registering, you confirm that you have read and agree to the cancellation policy.

We will make a WhatsApp chat for registered participants for group communications and so you can coordinate with each other.

❌ Cancellation Policy

• 50% refund if cancelled before 03.10.2025
• After that, the fee is non-refundable unless a replacement is found

🎒 What to bring?

• Comfortable walking shoes 👟
• Warm clothes and/or rain protection (verify weather conditions!) ☔
• Student card for museum entries (where applicable)
• Usual travel essentials (toiletries, towel, changes of clothes, charger, etc.)
• Good mood and energy 🎉

Disclaimer

By choosing to participate in IAESTE activities, you acknowledge and assume all associated risks. You agree to release IAESTE and its organisers from any liability for accidents, injuries, or losses that may occur during these activities. It is your sole responsibility to ensure your personal safety and well-being. We encourage you to make informed decisions and take necessary precautions to mitigate potential risks.