Nature &amp; Animals

Illustration of the Bois de Bondex in Celigny: nature reserve with forest, clearing, and marsh with reeds, a family is walking on the path.

Bondex Woods: nature walk in Céligny

Céligny, Geneva

The Bois de Bondex, in Céligny, is a small nature reserve nestled in the Geneva enclave of Terre Sainte. Forests, meadows, and marshes coexist there over approximately 6.6 hectares, with astonishing biodiversity. A peaceful nature outing to observe, walk, and breathe with family.

Until 17 years

Illustration plate of the Parc aux Animaux du Bois-de-la-Bâtie in Geneva: large aviary with white pillars, mouflons on the rocks, peacock, pony, and children observing the animals along the wooden barriers.

Animal Park of Bois-de-la-Bâtie

Geneva, Geneva

Want a nature outing, free and simple with the kids? The Parc aux Animaux du Bois-de-la-Bâtie, on the heights of Geneva, brings together nearly 300 local animals to observe up close, outdoors and in almost any weather.

From 3 years

Illustration plate of the Salève Cable Car: the red cabin arrives at the modernist station at the top, with a family admiring the view of the Alps and Lake Geneva.

Salève Cable Car – Haute-Savoie

Veyrier, Geneva

Want a spectacular ascent above Lake Geneva, just steps from Geneva? The Salève Cable Car takes your children to a grand balcony of nature, with breathtaking views and trails to explore as a family.

From 6 years

Illustration plate of the Château de Dardagny, its corner turret and its houses with tiled roofs, in front of the vineyards and the Jura, with children playing on the lawn.

Village of Dardagny

Dardagny, Geneva

Looking for a breath of fresh air just a stone's throw from Geneva, with the kids? The village of Dardagny, ranked among the most beautiful villages in Switzerland, unfolds its peaceful streets, vineyards, and nature trails for a gentle and refreshing family outing.

From 6 years

Illustration of Lake Vernes in Meyrin: wooden dock and walkway above the lake lined with reeds, children observing herons and ducks, Jura hills in the background.

Outdoor Wheelchair accessible

Lac des Vernes - Meyrin

Meyrin, Geneva

Want a bubble of nature close to the city, without a car and without a reservation? Lake des Vernes, in Meyrin, is a small body of water bordered by reeds where your children can observe birds, dragonflies, and frogs along an easy and accessible path all year round.

From 3 years

Illustration plate of the Vivarium of Meyrin: children observe through the glass a large tropical terrarium with a snake curled on a branch, a land turtle, and a young caiman at the water's edge.

Vivarium de Meyrin

Meyrin, Geneva

Indoor

Looking for an unusual nature outing with the kids, just a stone's throw from Geneva? The Vivarium of Meyrin is home to over 200 reptiles from around the world, to be discovered in warmth, sheltered, and in any weather.

From 6 years

Outdoor Indoor Wheelchair accessible

Botanical Garden of Geneva

Geneva, Geneva

Want a big breath of fresh green air with the kids, without worrying about your wallet? The Botanical Garden of Geneva, by the lake in Chambésy, combines a zoo, tropical greenhouses, and vast lawns, all in a free and open setting year-round.

From 3 years