Activities for children in Bassins
Perched on the heights of La Côte, at the foot of the Vaud Jura, the village of Bassins overlooks the region of the hills and the lake. This peaceful countryside corner, surrounded by pastures and forests, offers families the tranquility of the hinterland while remaining close to Nyon and the plain.
Ideal for a day in nature, Bassins charms with its village atmosphere and relaxing setting. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Bassins, to enjoy during a beautiful day.
Our selection of family activities to do in Bassins
3 activities for children
Alpage Trail
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.
Bassins Distillery
In Bassins, in the Parc Jura vaudois, the Distillerie de Bassins cultivates about a dozen aromatic and medicinal plants organically and distills essential oils from them. Once a year, its free Open House day opens the fields and the still to curious visitors: a nature and sensory discovery to experience with family.
Bassins Pool (VD): a little family outing to the pool
A simple and welcoming village pool, with a lawn, wading pool, and snack bar. Perfect for a cool afternoon, without crowds, in the heart of Bassins in the Côte.
Why choose Bassins for a family outing?
Bassins offers families the simple pleasure of a day in the countryside, at the foot of the Jura. On sunny days, the Bassins pool is the refreshing meeting place of the village: a friendly and human-sized place where children splash around and expend energy while parents enjoy the green surroundings and the tranquility of the heights.
Far from the crowds of large infrastructures, it is the perfect spot for a relaxed afternoon, between swimming, games, and picnicking in the sun. Bassins reminds us that the best family outings are sometimes the simplest, just a stone's throw from nature and away from the hustle and bustle.
