Nature & Animals in Canton Vaud
Discover the best Nature & Animals activities for children in Canton Vaud.
40 activities for children
Picnic area of La Crosette
In Begnins, on the Toblerone Trail, the Crosette picnic area offers tables, grills, and benches in the heart of the forest, with a view of the famous fortifications. A free and friendly stop, perfect for relaxing with family in the midst of a historical walk. Free.
Interactive wine tourism walk Luins-Vinzel-Bursins
In the heart of the La Côte vineyard, this walk transforms a stroll between Luins, Vinzel, and Bursins into a geolocated game course. Quiz, photo challenges, and a free app: a fun way to discover the vineyards with family. Be sure to bring a charged smartphone.
Mies Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva
On the shores of Lake Geneva, between Versoix and Coppet, the beach of Mies features a large shaded lawn where families lay down their towels as soon as the nice weather arrives. Shallow edges, playgrounds, and barbecues: a day at the lake, simple and free.
Lakeside promenade and CGN landing stage of Coppet
At the port of Coppet, the lakeside promenade and the CGN boat landing invite a stroll with your feet by the shores of Lake Geneva. You can wander, watch the boats, and embark on a mini-cruise to Nyon or Geneva before heading back to the old village.
Chêne Oak Nature Reserve
Between Genolier and Duillier, the Bois de Chênes is a vast plain forest where young and old explore oak groves, meadows, and ponds. An educational loop, large picnic areas, and the tranquility of the Nyon district: a simple and free nature outing, just a stone's throw from the train.
Bassins Distillery
In Bassins, in the Parc Jura vaudois, the Distillerie de Bassins cultivates about a dozen aromatic and medicinal plants organically and distills essential oils from them. Once a year, its free Open House day opens the fields and the still to curious visitors: a nature and sensory discovery to experience with family.
Port of Torry and new shores of Mies-Tannay
Inaugurated in September 2024 between Mies and Tannay, the renaturalized shores of the Torry offer a new corner of Lake Geneva to discover with family. Accessible promenade, playground, beach volleyball, and beach: everything is new and free, right by the water.
Dullive Beach
Between Gland and Rolle, the Dullive beach is an intimate and tranquil spot on Lake Geneva: grass, rocks, and two small sandy areas, in a calm atmosphere ideal for families. Unsupervised swimming to keep in mind. A well-kept secret of La Côte.
Tour de Sauvabelin in Lausanne: family panorama
A wooden tower in the heart of the Sauvabelin forest, steps that climb up, and at the top, a breathtaking view of Lausanne, Lake Geneva, and the Alps. Free, simple, and memorable.
Sauvabelin in Lausanne: animal park, lake, and wooden tower
North of Lausanne, the Sauvabelin site features a lake, a wildlife park, and a wooden panoramic tower. A nature outing, free and accessible, perfect for children.
Bois de Sauvabelin – Urban forest & family park in Lausanne
Just a stone's throw from the center of Lausanne, the Bois de Sauvabelin offers a nature walk with a lake, animals, and a playground. A free, simple, and refreshing outing for the whole family.
Educational trail of the Arses forest in Rougemont
A family stroll in Rougemont (VD) on an educational trail in the heart of the forest. Fun panels, pleasant shade, and vibrant nature to awaken children's curiosity.