PROJEKTIL presents
Genesis

Geneva

An immersive, abstract journey to the beginning of existence.

Temple de Saint-Gervais · 1 October to 2 December 2026

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The immersive GENESIS light show stages the birth of life.

The Experience

It is an artistic homage to the beginning of everything. Beautiful animations, perfectly adapted to the architectural features of the walls and ceilings and accompanied by music, let you immerse yourself completely in the art. 

PROJEKTIL GENESIS at the Temple de Saint-Gervais in Geneva
GENESIS · HEILIGGEISTKIRCHE, BERN

State-of-the-art technology and creative animations merge to create a unique experience that gives us a glimpse of what the first days that founded our existence must have looked like.

View across the hall during GENESIS

You walk in, look up and let go. No guided tour, no route to follow. Take a chair or a beanbag and find your own way into what is happening above you.

Exterior of the Temple de Saint-Gervais in Geneva

The Venue

The Temple de Saint-Gervais stands on one of Geneva's oldest sites, with archaeological remains beneath it dating back to Roman times and evidence of an even earlier place of worship. The present church was rebuilt in the 15th century in the late Gothic style, and its origins as a Christian sanctuary reach back to the 5th century. Throughout the centuries, the building has witnessed Geneva's religious and urban transformation, including the Reformation and the dramatic events surrounding the Escalade of 1602. Today, this historic monument combines centuries of history with the living heart of Geneva, making it a unique setting where past and present meet.

GENESIS projection across vaults and walls
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View across the hall during GENESIS
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Coloured light installation inside the venue
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Audience beneath the projection
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The interior fully bathed in light
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Detail of the GENESIS projection on columns and arches
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What to expect

Highlights

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360° projections

Our projectors turn every surface of the hall into living, breathing art. Walls, columns and vaults all become part of the staging.

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Music

A soundtrack written for GENESIS carries you through the 30 minutes. Music and image are matched to each other from beginning to end.

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Temple de Saint-Gervais

Geneva

A venue in the middle of the city, a seven-minute walk from Cornavin station. Shows run in the evening, once it is dark outside.

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30 minutes to let go

An intense experience, recommended from the age of 5, made for switching off, looking up and stepping into another world.

Schedule

Calendar

Every show runs 30 minutes. Please arrive at the time printed on your ticket and not earlier: there is no covered waiting area on site.
Do 01.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Fr 02.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Sa 03.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
So 04.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Fr 09.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Sa 10.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
So 11.1020:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Do 15.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Fr 16.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Sa 17.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
So 18.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Mi 21.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Do 22.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Fr 23.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Sa 24.1019:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
So 25.1018:30 ·19:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Do 29.1018:30 ·19:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Fr 30.1017:45 ·18:30 ·19:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Sa 31.1017:45 ·18:30 ·19:15 ·20:00 ·20:45 ·21:30
Your visit

Good to know

Dates1 October to 2 December 2026
VenueTemple de Saint-Gervais · Rue des Terreaux-du-Temple 12 · 1201 Geneva, Switzerland
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Duration30 minutes, no interval.
ArrivalPlease arrive at the time printed on your ticket. Arriving early does not help, there is no covered waiting area.
Running lateYou can still come in during your slot and will only miss the first few minutes.
Parking & transportThere is no parking on site. We recommend public transport: trams 14, 15, 17, 18 or bus 1 to Goulard, or trams 14, 17, 18 or buses 3, 5, 10, 19 or 20 to Coutance. From there it is a two-minute walk to the Temple. From Genève Cornavin station it is a seven-minute walk.
AccessibilityThere is one step up to the show hall, so the experience is accessible to accompanied visitors with reduced mobility.
AgeSuitable for everyone, recommended from the age of 5.
SeatingChairs and beanbags, according to the type of seating included with your ticket.
PhotographyPhotos and videos without flash are welcome. Professional equipment and tripods are not permitted.
ToiletsThere are no toilets on site.
Food & drinkAlcohol and open drinks are not permitted in the hall.
What to wearThe interior can be cool depending on the season, and shows run in the evening. We recommend warm clothing.
Temple de Saint-Gervais, Geneva
Getting there

Venue

Temple de Saint-Gervais

Rue des Terreaux-du-Temple 12 · 1201 Geneva

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Public transportThere is no parking on site. We recommend public transport: trams 14, 15, 17, 18 or bus 1 to Goulard, or trams 14, 17, 18 or buses 3, 5, 10, 19 or 20 to Coutance. From there it is a two-minute walk to the Temple. From Genève Cornavin station it is a seven-minute walk.

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