Celebrating Geneva’s: Timeless blend of tradition, joy and winter magic

Celebrating Geneva’s: Timeless blend of tradition, joy and winter magic

Muscat: As the festive season starts in Geneva, a wonderful blend of culture, history, and holiday happiness fills the air, projecting the true spirit of this diverse European city. This special time of the year adds a unique charm to the city, bringing joy to both locals and visitors with an array of activities rooted in holiday heritage, starting with the famous L'Escalade Celebration, and ending with a New Year's Eve to remember for a long time. The start of Geneva's festive season is marked by the L'Escalade Celebration, an homage to the historical triumph of Genevan bravery over 2000 soldiers of the Duke of Savoy on the night of December 11-12, 1602. This pivotal victory, celebrated for over four centuries, unfolds through a grand three-day parade where Genevans and enthusiastic tourists, adorned in medieval wear, traverse the city streets on foot or horseback, reviving the courage that safeguarded Geneva's autonomy. Building upon this historic celebration, the festivities extend with the 45th Course de L'Escalade, a monumental pedestrian race scheduled for December 2nd and 3rd, 2023, in Geneva's Old Town. This event, not only the largest of its kind in Switzerland but also a significant spectacle in Europe, attracts runners