Another Geneva attraction, the
Plaine de Plainpalais is a shopper's delight. Plaine de Plainpalais is not just an enormous open air market in Geneva but it is a true reflection of the city's culture. Besides the regular trade and business, Plaine de Plainpalais of Geneva acts as the meeting point for the residents of the city and tourists alike.
The specialty of Plaine de Plainpalais is that it offers a wide range of products. Starting from vegetables, show pieces, Swiss handicrafts, consumer goods and old books to furniture, one can buy almost anything under the sun at the Plaine de Plainpalais. The place becomes a huge market for fruits and vegetables on Fridays and Tuesdays, while on Saturdays and Sundays it turns into a vibrant flea market.
The unparallel ambiance of Plaine de Plainpalais with a unique touch of rural Europe attracts the tourists. It is also a very favorite haunt for the people who love to shop until they drop.
