Sports and leisure for children in Buttes

What if a simple walk became a real exploration? In Môtiers, in the heart of the Val-de-Travers, a waterfall tumbles down the Jura cliff and, at its foot, a natural cave opens up where Jean-Jacques Rousseau loved to take refuge. Ten minutes' walk, a lamp in your bag, and the adventure begins.

Have your children ever seen a mechanical doll write or a bird sing without batteries? In Sainte-Croix, the capital of music boxes, the MuMAPS brings automata and art mechanics back to life during demonstrations that amaze both young and old.

Want an afternoon by the pool regardless of the weather, in the heart of Val-de-Travers? The indoor pool at the Regional Sports Center, in Couvet (espaceVAL), welcomes families all year round with its large pool, slide, and mobile-bottom teaching pool, perfect for little ones.

What if you travelled back through a thousand years of history by Lake Neuchâtel? Reopened on 1 April 2026 after fifteen years of restoration, the Château de Grandson welcomes you with a brand-new museum over four floors. An ideal outing for the whole family, from toddlers to teens.

Want a day by the water without the crowds of the big beaches? In Grandson, southwest of Lake Neuchâtel, Bellerive beach welcomes you to a shaded lawn, with a refreshment stand and a play area for children. A simple and peaceful stop, perfect for families.

Are you looking for a quiet and shaded beach for a family day by Lake Neuchâtel? The Plage de Corcelettes, also known as Les Pins, in Grandson, welcomes you to a lawn lined with pines, with direct access to the water and a place to picnic in the shade. A simple and friendly spot for nice days.

Want to take a swim in peace, away from crowded beaches? The Plage d'Onnens, on the Vaud northern shore of Lake Neuchâtel, welcomes you amidst the woods. Free and tranquil, it is perfect for a family day with your feet in the water, between Grandson and Yverdon.

Want a day by the water without spending a dime? The Plage du Port des Filles, in Concise, welcomes you for free on the north shore of Lake Neuchâtel. With gravel, lawn, raft, and playground, it's the perfect spot for a swim and a family picnic.