Free Toilets in Geneva & Toilet Codes (2026 Guide)

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There is something about Geneva that just feels different. The mix of diplomats, locals, and tourists. The lakefront, and the giant water fountain doing its thing in the background.

All that water shooting into the air is a gentle reminder: At some point, you will need a toilet. But when you are strolling the Rive Gauche or hunt for a spot near the lake, the public toilet situation requires a plan.

Bienvenue to my personal, regularly updated guide to every free public toilet in Geneva. I wrote this guide to list every free public WC, plus the current fast food restaurant toilet codes. I used the official city dataset as well as insider tips for finding a toilet in Geneva.

Toilet Codes in Geneva (Verified February 2026)

Below you will find codes for the most popular fast food chains in Geneva, sorted alphabetically. Codes change frequently, so use these as a starting point and politely ask staff if a code does not work. More than likely, these restaurants now print codes on receipts only.

Location	Address	Code	Last Verified
KFC Station	Rue de Lausanne 4	29299	January 2025
McDonald's Cornavin	Place de Cornavin 1	2476	January 2025
McDonald's Malbuisson	14 Rue de la Malbuisson	1711	January 2025
McDonald's Rive	Rue de Rive 7	3987	January 2025
McDonald's Plainpalais	Boulevard du Pont-d'Arve 23	Receipt code	February 2026
Starbucks Cornavin	Rue de Lausanne 6	2032	January 2025

Free Public Toilets in Geneva City Center

These are operated by the City of Geneva and are free of charge. Data sourced directly from the official City of Geneva public toilets map.

Name	Address	Features
Cornavin / Place des Vingt-Deux-Cantons	Place des Vingt-Deux-Cantons (on the square directly in front of the main station entrance)	–
Jardin Anglais	Quai du Général-Guisan 34 (in the park facing the lake, near the flower clock "Horloge Fleurie")	Accessible · Seasonal
Promenade de la Treille	Promenade de la Treille (along the Old Town ramparts, near the chestnut tree on the park bench promenade)	–
Place du Bourg-de-Four	Place du Bourg-de-Four (in the square itself, Geneva's oldest square in the Old Town, near the central fountain)	–
Rond-Point de Plainpalais	Rond-Point de Plainpalais (on the roundabout near the Plainpalais tram stop, next to the flea market area)	–
Place des Nations	Place des Nations (near the Broken Chair sculpture and the Palais des Nations entrance, Rue de Varembé side)	–
Place des Nations (2nd)	Place des Nations (second facility on the north side of the square near the flags)	–
Rue de Carouge	Rue de Carouge 52 (on the street level near the tram stop, Carouge neighborhood border)	–
Rue des Epinettes	Rue des Epinettes (in the Les Grottes quarter, near the Cornavin rail yards side)	–
Jardin Botanique	Chemin de l'Impératrice 1 (inside the Botanical Garden, near the main entrance on the lake side)	Seasonal
Chemin de l'Impératrice	Chemin de l'Impératrice (along the lakeside path between the Botanical Garden and Bellevue)	Seasonal
Rue Pestalozzi	Rue Pestalozzi (in the Pâquis neighbourhood, near the lake baths "Bains des Pâquis")	–
Parc des Bastions	Boulevard des Philosophes (inside the park, near the Reformation Wall "Mur des Réformateurs")	–
Parc La Grange	Route de Frontenex 2 (inside the park near the rose garden and the La Grange villa entrance)	Accessible · Seasonal
Bains des Pâquis	Quai du Mont-Blanc 30 (on the pier, accessible during opening hours; free to use without paying entry)	–

Geneva Reformation Wall — Mur des Réformateurs in Geneva

Free Public Toilets near Geneva City Center

Name	Address	Features
Carouge Market Hall	Rue Ancienne 17, Carouge (inside or adjacent to the market building)	–
Palais des Nations	Avenue de la Paix 8 (accessible to the public during UN visitor hours; use the visitor entrance toilets)	Indoor
Geneva Airport (Arrivals)	Route de l'Aéroport 21 (landside arrivals hall, ground floor; no ticket needed for this side)	Accessible
Balexert Shopping Center	Avenue Louis-Casaï 27, Vernier (ground floor near the main entrance and upper floor near the food court)	Accessible
Manor Rive	Rue de Rive 6 (on the 4th floor via the lift or stairs)	Indoor
Globus Rive	Rue du Rhône 48 (basement level, follow the signs from the main entrance)	Indoor

Paying for Toilets in Geneva

Geneva's train station at Cornavin has paid toilet facilities managed by McClean. Entry costs CHF 1.50 and can be paid by card. Holders of a valid SBB train ticket or Swiss Travel Pass can scan their pass at the entry gate for free access.

If you prefer cashless, purchase a toilet entry card from a Selecta machine near the restrooms. The card is preloaded with credit and valid for five years.

Hop on a train at Cornavin

Every SBB train has onboard restrooms. Geneva-Cornavin has long platform lay-overs, so hop on, use the toilet, and step off before departure...

The University of Geneva is open to all

The main building at Rue du Général-Dufour 24 has free toilets in the public corridors. Walk in like you belong there, and no one will stop you.

The Museum of Art and History lobby is free

You don't need to buy a museum ticket to enter the lobby and use the toilet during museum hours. St. Pierre Cathedral (Cour Saint-Pierre) in the Old Town is another quiet option.

Cimetière de Plainpalais is Geneva's best-kept secret

Geneva's oldest cemetery at Rue des Rois 18 is a historic site and a genuinely peaceful spot. It also has a free public toilet open during daylight hours. Walk in through the main gate and follow the signs toward the chapel.

Manor and Globus beat hunting for a code

Both department stores on Rue de Rive have well-maintained free toilets. Manor is on the 4th floor, Globus is in the basement. No purchase required.

View of Lake Geneva from Beau-Rivage — Jet d'Eau Fountain in Geneva

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current toilet codes in Geneva?

As of February 2026, the code at every McDonald's and KFC in Geneva is printed directly on your receipt. Buy anything small, such as a coffee, and the code appears at the bottom. If the code on your receipt does not work, the staff will give you the current one without any issue.

Don't bother memorizing codes: they rotate without warning, sometimes weekly. Your receipt is always the most reliable source.

Are there free public toilets in Geneva?

Yes, and more than most visitors expect. All public toilets operated by the City of Geneva are free of charge, so there's no coins or entry cards required. They are spread across parks, squares, and the lakefront. Yellow icons on the official map indicate seasonal facilities, which are typically closed between November and March. Here's a full live map.

Are public toilets accessible for people with disabilities?

Most modern public toilets in Geneva have a dedicated accessible cubicle for people with reduced mobility. These cubicles are locked to the general public and require a Eurokey.

The Eurokey is a universal key used across Switzerland and parts of Europe that also opens accessible lifts, changing rooms, and parking facilities. You can obtain one by contacting Pro Infirmis Geneva at +41 58 775 31 08.

Where is the nearest free toilet to the Jet d'Eau?

That would be the Jardin Anglais WC, roughly a 3-minute walk west along the lakefront at Quai du Général-Guisan 34, right by the Horloge Fleurie flower clock.

If you are on the north bank instead, the Bains des Pâquis pier at Quai du Mont-Blanc 30 has toilets accessible without paying beach entry, especially outside summer.

How much does the toilet at Geneva Cornavin cost?

During the day, entry costs around CHF 1 to CHF 1.50 depending on the facility. Keep in mind that the station toilets are closed between 11 PM and 6 AM.

Holders of a valid SBB train ticket or Swiss Travel Pass can scan their pass at the gate for free access. If you are catching a train, the easiest option is simply to use the onboard toilet once you board.

Where can I find all Geneva toilets on a map?

The City of Geneva runs an official interactive toilet map that shows every public restroom, accessibility details, and which ones are seasonal.