Sports and leisure for children in L'Abbaye

Want a different swimming experience, at 1004 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Vallée de Joux? The Plage des Bioux, in L'Abbaye, welcomes you for free by the lake of Joux: grass to lay your towel, pebbles by the water, and a true family vacation atmosphere.

Want a beach day in the mountains, away from the crowd? At the village of Pont, in the municipality of L'Abbaye, the Plage du Pont welcomes you by the shores of Lake Joux, at over 1000 meters altitude. Pebbles, grass, clear water, and fresh air of the Jura: here is a family-friendly and free swimming spot, perfect for relaxing with your family.

Fancy a family swimming day in the Gros-de-Vaud? In La Sarraz, the Piscine de la Venoge lines up an Olympic 50-metre pool, a pool for non-swimmers, a shaded paddling pool, a water slide and diving boards, all set in a large green space with a playground and a restaurant.

What if the children steered the boat? On the shore of Lake Joux, next to the campsite, Rocheray Water Sports rents paddleboards, kayaks and pedalos and offers supervised outings, from a simple accompanied hour to a paddling weekend with a night at the campsite.

Looking for a swim that really cools you down? At over 1,000 metres of altitude, Rocheray Beach unrolls its lawn on the shore of Lake Joux, with a table and a grill spot. The neighbouring watersports base rounds off the day.

Are you looking for a swimming spot for the whole family at the foot of the Jura? The Vallorbe Pool, located by the Orbe, combines heated pools, a slide, a paddling pool, and a large shaded lawn. Everything you need for a refreshing and stress-free summer day, from the little ones to teenagers.

Are you looking for a warm getaway, summer or winter, in the heart of the Vallée de Joux? The indoor pool at the Centre sportif de la Vallée de Joux, in Sentier, welcomes families all year round. With its shallow pool designed for the little ones and its large pool for swimmers, it's the perfect spot when the weather in the Jura gets unpredictable.

Fancy an original, easy outing as a family? In Cossonay, a little funicular links the station to the hilltop village in a few minutes, with a lovely view of the countryside. A mini railway adventure that delights children, all year round.

Want to take a swim in nature, at 1000 meters altitude? The Pointe de Sable Beach, in the municipality of Lieu by Lake Joux, is a small wild and free spot, tucked away from the roads. A calm and family-friendly setting, perfect for splashing around, picnicking, and relaxing with family in the heart of the Vallée de Joux.

Above Saint-George, in the Jura vaudois, this family winter hub brings everything together under the snow: about twenty kilometers of cross-country skiing, including a lit trail, sledding slopes, snowshoeing circuits, and ski lifts with blue and red slopes for beginners.

Want a different swimming experience, at 1004 meters above sea level, in the heart of the Vallée de Joux? The Plage des Bioux, in L'Abbaye, welcomes you for free by the lake of Joux: grass to lay your towel, pebbles by the water, and a true family vacation atmosphere.

Want a beach day in the mountains, away from the crowd? At the village of Pont, in the municipality of L'Abbaye, the Plage du Pont welcomes you by the shores of Lake Joux, at over 1000 meters altitude. Pebbles, grass, clear water, and fresh air of the Jura: here is a family-friendly and free swimming spot, perfect for relaxing with your family.