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Curiosity and Crinolines
Follow the footsteps of Miss Jemima Morrell & and her party of intrepid British travellers whose journey put Switzerland on the map as the ultimate tourist destination & introduced the idea of ‘package travel’ for all. Imagine riding a donkey or stepping over a glacier wearing a crinoline dress! What did the the 'Junior United Alpine Club' hope to see in Geneva & just which trusted piece of equipment was essential for this hazardous journey? Crinolines optional!
2 hour walk
Start:
Fontaine de Quatre Saisons
Jardin Anglais
1204 Geneva
End:
Promenade de la Treille, 1204 Geneva
Image Source: Bibliothèque centrale de Zurich
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