Nature &amp; Animals

Illustration of the alpine pasture trail in Bassins: stone alpine chalet, cows grazing, dry stone walls, and a view of Lake Geneva and the Alps, with a family strolling.

Alpage Trail

Bassins, Vaud

Above Bassins, the Alpage Trail is an educational loop through the pastures and forests of the Vaud Jura. Picnic areas, mountain huts, and panoramas over the Lake Geneva basin: a free family walk that smells of mountain air and AOP cheese.

5-17 years

Illustration of the Ballade trail to Béatrix above Saint-Cergue: forest path under a rocky overhang and panorama of Lake Geneva, with a family admiring the view.

The Ballad to Béatrix (told path)

Saint-Cergue, Vaud

In the forest above Saint-Cergue, La Ballade à Béatrix is a narrated trail that tells children the story of the village's castle, all while walking. A free stroll that ends with a beautiful panorama of Lake Geneva: the ideal walk when you want to mix nature, history, and imagination.

4-17 years

Illustration of the summit of La Barillette above Saint-Cergue: antenna, Jura pastures, mountain hut, and view of Lake Geneva and the Alps, with a family on a walk.

Walk to the Refuge de la Barilette

Saint-Cergue, Vaud

Above Saint-Cergue, an unpretentious family walk takes you through pastures and fir trees to the Barilette refuge and the ruins of the old castle. A simple, free nature outing, perfect for taking a deep breath with the family in the Vaud Jura.

5-17 years

Illustration of the lakeside promenade and the CGN landing stage in Coppet: white Belle Époque style CGN boat at the dock with Swiss flag, promenade along Lake Geneva and old town in the background, families waving from the pier.

Outdoor Wheelchair accessible

Lakeside promenade and CGN landing stage of Coppet

Coppet, Vaud

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.

Illustration of Mies beach by Lake Geneva: grassy and sandy shore, beach bar, families swimming and children playing, sailboats on the lake and snowy mountains in the distance.

Mies Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva

Mies, Vaud

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.

Illustration of the panoramic tower of Chaumont overlooking Neuchâtel: a family admires the view of the Three Lakes and the Alps from the platform, with the access ramp and the fir trees.

Panoramic tour of Chaumont

Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel

On the heights of Neuchâtel, the Chaumont panoramic tower offers a 360-degree view of the Three Lakes and the Alps. It is easily accessible by funicular, making it a simple nature outing for the whole family.

Outdoor Indoor Wheelchair accessible

Neuchâtel Botanical Garden

Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel

In the heart of Neuchâtel, the Botanical Garden combines tropical greenhouses, thematic gardens, and nature trails. A family outing in the great outdoors, with free admission.