Old Town

Geneva's medieval Vieille-Ville, cobblestoned streets, the Cathedral St Pierre, and the city's most prestigious residential heart.

Updated May 19, 20265 min read

About Old Town

The Old Town (Vieille-Ville) is Geneva's medieval heart, a hilltop maze of cobblestoned streets, antique shops, and elegant restaurants centered on Cathedrale Saint-Pierre. The neighborhood is one of Europe's most exclusive residential districts, home to private bankers, diplomats, and ultra-HNW families seeking premium central addresses with view, walkability, and prestige. Residential prices run CHF 18,000-28,000 per square metre with gross yields of 2.2-3.0%. Lex Koller restrictions apply to non-resident foreigners. Inventory is severely limited, many properties trade off-market through private bank relationships. Lifestyle is refined and quiet: antique shops, art galleries, refined restaurants, and walking access to Lake Geneva and the Jet d'Eau. Excellent transit via central tram and bus lines.

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Old Town in Geneva, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland

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