The amount of energy being used to power Christmas lights has been a major topic this season, but in Geneva there are Christmas trees will only be lit when you pedal.
The trees on the Place du Rhône are linked to several static bikes equipped with a generator.
If passers-by want to see the lights, they have to work for it.
The trees have been installed by the city and is designed to highlight the importance of energy.
Annecy mayor visits local school
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More security checks after Aarau shooting
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Swiss Life job losses
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Crans Montana bar missed crucial checks
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Fire cause revealed
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