Ganja in Geneva, Switzerland - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Geneva in Switzerland. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Geneva in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Geneva.

So, I just touched down back home from Geneva a couple of days ago, still got that fresh buzz in my head as I’m sparking up this joint of girl scout cookies strain. Man, Geneva was lit — couldn't have had a better time without those dank buds keepin' me company.

What Do People in Geneva Think About Weed?

Even though weed is against the rules, a lot of people in Geneva don’t mind it too much. They just think you should be polite and not smoke it in front of everyone.

The overall attitude of locals to weed is rather relaxed, so you may even feel yourself home in Geneva after one good joint, telling this from my own experience. Jason shared with me a joint of simply perfect sativa (while he did not know the exact strain). We were smoking outside the bar, and saw other guys doing the same on the other side of the street 😁 So I can definitely say that smoking weed is rather popular in Geneva.

I’ve asked Jason if he may share contacts of his dealer, cause stuff was out of this world. He told me that his exact dealer does not work with new people, so he will be my dealer during my vacation, which was simply perfect. I wish everyone to find your own Jason in some bar of Geneva.

Coppin' Weed in Geneva: The New Wave

So here’s the scoop on how folks are gettin' their green in Geneva. Jason gave me some info — big-time cannabis dealers are all about that darknet life, coppin' their supply from shady onion sites like DrChronic or Bitpharma. They flip it to locals and tourists alike. But if you’re just in Geneva for a few days, tryin' to navigate the darknet and waitin' on cannabis shipments ain't it.

Usually, locals already buy weed by talking to dealers they trust through messages like Telegram or Signal with payment via cryptocurrency. Then, the weed is left in a secret spot where they can pick it up without meeting the seller in person. This is new secured way of cannabis delivery used in Geneva.

What Are the Rules About Weed in Geneva?

In Geneva, weed with a lot of a special component called THC (the stuff that makes you feel high) is not allowed. You can’t just go to a store and buy it like in some other countries. There’s also a kind of weed that doctors can give to sick people, but it doesn’t make you feel high like the other kind.

When I was in Geneva, I met a local guy named Jason who knows a lot about how things really work with weed in Geneva. He told me that even though the rules are strict, the police aren’t always super strict about it, especially with visitors.

How the Cannabis Law Is Enforced in Geneva

Technically, any cannabis product with more than 1% THC is illegal in Geneva. However, Jason explained that the police tend to be relatively relaxed when it comes to cannabis in Geneva, especially with tourists.

If you’re caught with a small amount — less than 10 grams of weed or 5 grams of hash — you’re unlikely to face serious consequences. The police might confiscate your weed, but it’s unlikely you’ll get into much trouble as long as you’re discreet.

Weed in Geneva: Your Questions Answered

Is high-THC weed illegal in Geneva?

Yup, you won’t find high-THC bud legally unless it’s medical, but the cops aren’t usually trippin' if you’re packin' less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with weed in Geneva?

Depends. If you’re lookin' like you’re movin' weight, you could catch some heat. But most tourists with a small stash aren’t bothered much.

Can you still find weed the old-school way in Geneva?

For sure! While the darknet and encrypted messengers are where it’s at now, you can still hustle around parks or chat up the right taxi driver and might get lucky.

Top quality weed and hash in Geneva - truth or myth?

Yes, truth, but complex to find. Quality differs among different dealers.

Is it possible to find hash in Geneva?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Geneva. Not always available, but rather popular.

Price for weed / hash in Geneva?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on quality and anything else. From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to €20 - €25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around €30-€35 per 1 gram. Have not seen low quality weed in Geneva so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Has Tons Of Nicknames

Due to its illegal status, cannabis is one of the drugs with the most nicknames out there. Weed, ganja, pot, grass, dope, reefer, hash, and even sandwiches if you’re a How I Met Your Mother fan are just a few of the slang terms that have become a part of the beloved cannabis culture.

2. Cannabis Has Over 100 Active Cannabinoids

In fact, over 120. The most famous ones are (you guessed it!) THC and CBD.

3. Weed Is Beer’s Cousin!

Beer hops are in the same family of flowering plants as cannabis. We thought the plants looked similar… and now we know why.

4. Paradoxical Effects

Cannabis can have different effects on different people; it can make some feel relaxed and others anxious or paranoid.

5. Munchies

THC increases appetite, often leading to the "munchies," a craving for food after consuming cannabis.