Press release – September 8, 2025
The results of an independent survey conducted from 30 June to 6 July 2025, by the MIS Trend institute on behalf of the Amis de la Voie Bleue association confirm what many elected officials and partners have been saying for months: the public relevance of such a project is not in question and the population of Geneva overwhelmingly supports the implementation of the Voie Bleue lake shuttle between Corsier-Port and Bellevue-Saladin, including the possibility of bringing bicycles and scooters on board to promote combined mobility.
The Voie Bleue ferry will be operational from September 15, 2025. It confirms the motivation of the Federal Office of Transport (FOT), which stated when granting the concession for the line on 18 July 2025, that the Voie Bleue service offers “an advantageous solution for connecting the two shores of the lake and is in the public interest.”
Clear results in favor of lake transport and the Voie Bleue
- Four out of five Geneva residents believe that increased use of the lake is a good solution for reducing traffic congestion in the region.
- Three out of four Geneva residents, or 75% of those surveyed, are in favor of launching the Corsier–Bellevue shuttle service after seeing the project presentation.
- 70% believe that the Voie Bleue is useful for sustainable mobility in Geneva.
- Two out of three people say they are willing to replace certain car journeys with a lake shuttle
such as the Voie Bleue. - The perceived benefits are clear: reduced traffic, time savings, and a peaceful, stress-free journey.
- The pleasant and smooth nature of the journey is the main incentive to use it.
A project for the future, validated by citizens
In the midst of a transition towards greener mobility, with Geneva's road infrastructure saturated and crossing the city from one bank to the other a real waste of time, not to mention detrimental to the quality of the air we breathe, the Voie Bleue represents a credible, efficient, and environmentally friendly public alternative.
A project of public interest, as the FOT pointed out
When granting the concession to CGN on 18 July 2025, the FOT considered “the present offer to be an advantageous solution for connecting the two shores of the lake, and one that is in the public interest, both for users and in terms of its positive contribution to public transport in the region.”
The Association des Amis de la Voie Bleue also noted with satisfaction the position of the Canton of Geneva in the consultation procedure for the concession application, since the Canton considers that the Voie Bleue project "is a coherent initiative in line with the modal shift, in that it offers Geneva commuters a relevant and fast alternative for connecting the two shores of the lake. This solution is all the more interesting given that there is currently no direct public transport link between Corsier and Bellevue. Furthermore, the possibility of taking bicycles and scooters on board the boat facilitates door-to-door journeys, fully integrating soft modes of transport for the first and last kilometers. "
Hours of service
Finally, Les Amis note in the FOT's decision that "if the operating results for the Voie Bleue, assessed after the first three years of the trial, prove positive, the Canton has committed to integrating this line into the service it finances, as set out in the 2024-2028 Public Transport Action Plan, adopted by the State Council on 29 May 2024, following the vote by the Grand Council on 22 March 2024. At that time, the OCT will study the possibility of developing this service during the day (off-peak hours) and at weekends, and of integrating the line and its operator into the UNIRESO fare network.
For the time-being, the Voie Bleue will operate only mornings and late afternoons during the weekdays Monday through Friday.
The line will be free of charge until the end of 2025.
© all photos Lisa Cirieco
Being in Europe, we are spoiled by the amount of castles on every hilltop and town center. How lucky we can just have so many at our doorstep around Lac Léman, Lac de Neuchâtel, and Thunersee. Whether with guests or your own family, you will surely find a few on this small list that we have taken out of our latest ©Know-it-all passport®!
Abbaye de St Maurice
Av. d’Agane 15
1890 Saint-Maurice
website
Famous for its Merovingian treasure and 1,500 years of history. Augustine monks are still active as teachers here. Guided tours only (1.5 hours), at set times. You may request a tour in English. Price Fr. 16.-/adult, Fr. 10.-/children 6-16. Open Tuesday to Friday 10h-17h30, weekends 11h30-17h30. Check website before going.
Château d’Aigle and the Musée de la Vigne, du Vin et de l’Etiquette
Place du Château 1
1860 Aigle
024 466 21 30
website
Aigle Castle was built at the end of the 12th century and is situated in the middle of vineyards. It harbors a wine museum with old wine-making traditions and tools, as well as a terrific collection of wine labels. Note: It’s fun to go to Swiss Vapeur Parc (see below) in the morning through lunch (there is a mini Château d’Aigle there!), then drive over to the life-size Château d’Aigle in the afternoon. Price: Fr 11.-/adult, Fr. 5.-/age 6-16. Family and group packages available. Open daily during summer 10h-18h.
Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple or with your family, leave the stress and monotony of everyday life behind you and enjoy unforgettable moments on Switzerland's lakes and rivers. This carte journalière de navigation opens up a wide range of possibilities offered by the 15 major navigation companies throughout Switzerland.
Buy up to 6 day passes for CGN or participating navigation companies around Switzerland. Don't miss out! Fr. 23.95/ticket gives you a day pass to hop-on, hop-off boats on the day of your choice.
This really is a tremendous deal and the tickets are valid all season (through 19 October 2025). Maximum 6 per person.
The tickets are available for purchase through 22 June 2025... don't delay! While supplies last.
NOTE: In comparison, if you buy a day pass through the CGN site you will pay Fr. 90.-/person or Fr. 45.- if you hold the demi-tarif pass. Some communes also offer day passes (but you must specify which day you would like); the prices are usually around Fr. 45.- as well. In any case, this Interdiscount deal for Fr. 23.95/ticket cannot be missed!
Photo from a few years ago when they cost CHF 1.- less... still a good deal.
If you are looking for some fun outings during the Easter holidays, then check out the Cerdon area in nearby France. Not only is Cerdon famous for its rosé sparkling wine, but you can also visit the Grottes (grotto) and Silk Museum in the old factory of Musée Soieries Bonnet. There are a few restaurants in the nearby village of Cerdon as well, or prepare a picnic if the weather is suitable.
Here we visit the silk factory turned museum, Musée Soieries Bonnet. It takes you through all the stages of the caterpillar through the finished clothing.
All photo credits ©2025 Lisa Cirieco-Ohlman
The Téléphérique du Salève is an absolutely fine thing to do whether it is with friends, visitors, or family. Open through 31 March 2025: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 9h-16h45. The rest of the year you can go every day from 9h-18h45 with a few later evenings planned. Check the website link at the bottom of this article.
Recently a school friend of mine and I went up on a whim... not prepared for the icy path but still enjoying every minute of the amazing view and sunshine with an improvised picnic (all bought at Aligro Geneva).
The round trip ticket per person is €18.- but if you have a SwissPass or TPG ticket you only pay €12.-!
PANORAMIC VIEWS
Admire the Alps and Jura, Lac Léman, and Geneva itself. The best is to check their webcam at this link to make sure you will get good visabilty when you visit. (Check out our article on local webcams at this link.)
THE ROOFTOP
The rooftop has some of the most iconic views in the region. Here you can soak up views of Geneva and Lake Geneva in a Natura 2000 site. Its 360° views mean visitors can see as far as Mont Blanc and the Jura Mountains. The experience continues with information boards detailing the landscape. You can download their mobile app for free so you can quench your thirst for knowledge.
