Broken Chair - Free Audio Guide
Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Broken Chair, Place des Nations, Sécheron, Pâquis, Genève, 1202, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
Broken Chair is a monumental wooden sculpture in Geneva, towering at 12 meters and weighing 5.5 tons. Created by Swiss artist Daniel Berset, it represents opposition to land mines and cluster bombs, standing as a reminder for diplomats and politicians at the United Nations Office at Geneva. Initially erected in 1997, it was temporarily taken down for renovations but returned in 2007. Visitors can explore its artistic and political relevance, as it promotes international treaties banning such weapons. The site is fully accessible and free to visit.