The University of Geneva is bathed in golden yellow—“seasonal limited” autumn travel in Europe

Reported and photographed by reporter You Ru / from Switzerland

What’s the best season to visit Europe? Many might think the warm summer is the ideal time, but autumn travel in Europe can also reveal a unique kind of beauty. At the University of Geneva in Switzerland during autumn, it’s the season when ginkgo trees turn yellow. Looking across the campus, golden hues are scattered everywhere, complementing the desolate charm of fall and offering an exceptionally poetic atmosphere.


▲ The golden autumn landscape within the University of Geneva.

As soon as you step into the University of Geneva, you’ll notice the campus embraced by trees. One of its distinctive attractions is the “Reformation Wall,” a monument built in 1909. This 100-meter-long wall features sculptural depictions of key figures from the European Reformation. During the Reformation, Geneva was the center of Calvinism, so the monument showcases important personalities of the Calvinist movement—a must-visit site for travelers coming to Geneva.

Visiting the University of Geneva around November in autumn, temperatures are around 5°C. The ginkgo trees on campus turn yellow, creating a sweeping golden-yellow scenery. Compared to the vibrancy of summer, it may lack some liveliness, but when reflected against the campus buildings, it evokes the serene and tranquil feeling of a setting sun or the onset of winter—offering a uniquely beautiful sight. One Sun Travel Agency notes that autumn is the off-season for visiting Europe, the ski season hasn’t started yet, and the weather is relatively cold, making accommodation and transportation costs much more affordable than other times of the year—an option worth considering for those planning a European trip.


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