Swiss watches and watchmaking are universally renowned around the world. Their precision is legendary. In Geneva, the canton of Neuchâtel, or Lausanne, some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses have established themselves. But what do we really know about the mechanisms and intricate components behind these masterpieces of precision?
Thanks to GREETS, you will discover the secrets behind the craftsmanship of these Swiss treasures. We will open doors that are usually closed to the public, allowing you to visit manufactures and workshops and meet the artisans and experts behind some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses. To conclude the day, and without requiring any technical knowledge, you will enter the fascinating world of mechanical timepieces through an engaging and hands-on workshop using professional watchmaking tools.
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Switzerland is a must-visit destination for any watch enthusiast. During this day, you will discover everything you never knew about this extraordinary world of precision mechanics.
Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the city center of Geneva while discovering the watchmaking industry through its boutiques and historic landmarks linked to the city’s horological heritage. The visit concludes at one of Geneva’s most iconic symbols: the Flower Clock, created in 1955 as a tribute to the city’s watchmakers and their deep connection to nature.
Your immersion continues in Lausanne, located about one hour from Geneva, where you will discover a watchmaking house that has continuously reinvented its creativity and craftsmanship for more than 180 years. Usually closed to the public, this manufacture will open its doors to you. Accompanied by experts, you will meet the master artisans whose expertise has built the reputation and pride of this historic house nestled near the Swiss Jura mountains.
You will then have the opportunity to examine and understand the intricate gears that make Swiss precision so renowned. During a hands-on workshop focused on the balance wheel of a watch, and guided by experts, you will assemble and wind the mechanism to better understand its structure and its fascinating secrets.
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Swiss watches and watchmaking are universally renowned around the world. Their precision is legendary. In Geneva, the canton of Neuchâtel, or Lausanne, some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses have established themselves. But what do we really know about the mechanisms and intricate components behind these masterpieces of precision?
Thanks to GREETS, you will discover the secrets behind the craftsmanship of these Swiss treasures. We will open doors that are usually closed to the public, allowing you to visit manufactures and workshops and meet the artisans and experts behind some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses. To conclude the day, and without requiring any technical knowledge, you will enter the fascinating world of mechanical timepieces through an engaging and hands-on workshop using professional watchmaking tools.
