Charlemont Farm: birthdays and workshops in Crans-près-Céligny

A countryside domain where children experience the farm

The Charlemont farm is the project of the World of Rachel, located at the Charlemont estate in Crans-près-Céligny. Here, we don't just watch the animals from a distance: we approach them, care for them, and learn to know them. The farm offers activities for children by reservation, designed for approximately 4 to 12 years old. Farm birthdays, workshops during school holidays, seasonal workshops: each option places the animal and nature at the center. A breath of fresh air just a stone's throw from Terre Sainte and the lake.

What your children will discover

Your children will discover the daily life of a farm and direct contact with the animals: feeding them, brushing them, observing their behaviors. It's a concrete way to learn respect for living beings and patience. Throughout the seasons, the workshops change and follow the rhythm of nature. For many children in the region, it's a first real close encounter with farm animals.

What we do there and the atmosphere on site

The atmosphere is family-friendly and welcoming, led by Rachel who welcomes the groups. For a birthday, children share a fun moment around the animals, supervised throughout. During the holidays, the Little Farm Workshop allows for multiple visits to get familiar with the environment, usually for a morning (often around 10 am–12 pm). Seasonal workshops complement the program. A visit to the estate is also possible 7 days a week, by appointment only.

Before you go

• Recommended age: approximately 4 to 12 years depending on the activity
• Duration: often a morning (approx. 10 am–12 pm), to be confirmed at the time of booking
• Reservation: essential, by phone with Rachel Hauser at +41 79 708 37 27
• Price: paid activity, rates to be requested according to the option
• Stroller accessibility: outdoor farm terrain, not very suitable for strollers
• Transport: Crans-près-Céligny, easier access by car
• To bring: clothes and shoes that can get muddy
• Ideal season: all year round, the workshops follow the seasons

Parent tips

• Book in advance: birthdays and workshops are only by reservation
• Dress your children in farm attire: boots or old shoes, clothes that can get dirty
• Ask for details about ages and schedules when booking, as they vary from one activity to another
• Bring a change of clothes for the return trip
• For a simple discovery, a visit to the estate is possible 7 days a week by appointment

Useful information

• Address: Chemin de Charlemont 2, 1299 Crans-près-Céligny (VD)
• Official website: lemondederachel.ch
• Contact: Rachel Hauser, +41 79 708 37 27
• Hours: by appointment and according to the activity program, to be confirmed
• Access: Crans-près-Céligny, easier by car

Why we recommend it

Because we love outings where children really get their hands dirty. At the Charlemont farm, they are not just spectators: they take care of the animals, enjoy the fresh air, and come back with tangible memories. For a birthday that stands out or a holiday workshop in the great outdoors, it's a safe bet in Terre Sainte.

In two words

A farm in Crans-près-Céligny where children experience contact with animals, for birthdays and workshops by reservation. Bring clothes that can get muddy.