Plizio Visual Lab
Lancy
ℹ️Practical info — Lancy
▾
🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Lancy is perfectly connected by the Léman Express; use the Pont-Rouge or Bachet stations for rapid transit.
- If staying in a local hotel, ask for the Geneva Transport Card for free public transit.
- The municipality is divided into Grand-Lancy and Petit-Lancy, each with its own distinct center and vibe.
- While technically a suburb, it hosts the Stade de Genève, making it busy during major match days.
🍽 Food
Fresh lake fish fillets, commonly served with fries in traditional brasseries around Grand-Lancy.
A traditional Geneva pork sausage flavored with fennel seeds, available in local Swiss restaurants.
Classic Swiss cheese blend, excellent for dinner in the cozy bistros near the tram stops.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A large shopping and leisure center near the stadium for international brands and daily needs.
Check the squares in Grand-Lancy on weekday mornings for fresh regional produce and local cheeses.
A beautiful, serene park in the heart of Lancy with mature trees and walking paths.
A smaller, peaceful green space first-rate for a quiet afternoon break away from the urban bustle.
Water temperature…
Lancy is a significant city in the canton of Geneva and belongs to the dense agglomeration of the city of Geneva. It primarily consists of the two large districts of Grand-Lancy and Petit-Lancy, each having its own urban character. In recent decades, Lancy has evolved from a rural municipality into a modern economic center, housing both large industrial areas and modern office complexes. A striking landmark of the city is the Stade de Genève, the national football stadium, which opened in 2003 and regularly hosts international sporting events. Geographically, the city is bounded by the rivers Aire and Arve, whose riparian zones form important ecological corridors and recreational spaces. Urban planning places great emphasis on sustainability and the promotion of public transport, highlighted by the connection to the Geneva tram network and the new CEVA S-Bahn tunnel. Lancy also possesses numerous public parks such as the Parc de la Mairie, which provide a balance to the dense urban development.
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Pont de Lancy · Parc Chuit · Christ-Roi
- Nearby: Vernier (4 km)
- Population: ~27.291
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 98 | 73 | 90 | 75 | 111 | 100 | 93 | 99 | 76 | 92 | 96 | 106 |
Geography
Facts
- Lancy is the third most populous municipality in the canton of Geneva
- The Stade de Genève has a capacity of approximately 30,000 spectators
- The city is located at an average altitude of 426 meters
- Lancy was first mentioned in documents in the year 1097
- The total area of the municipality is 4.77 square kilometers
- The city is divided into the two main districts of Grand-Lancy and Petit-Lancy
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Lancy (15)
Frequently asked questions
In which city is the district of Lancy located?
What is the Stade de Genève?
Which park is worth visiting in Lancy?
Is there a shopping mall in Lancy?
How do you get from Geneva to Lancy?
Lancy: where is it located?
Lancy: what is there to see?
Lancy: when is the best time to visit?
Lancy: why is it worth visiting?
Nearby cities
