Activities for children in Bellevue
Its name does not lie: from the shores of Bellevue, the view embraces Lake Geneva, the harbor, and the Alps. This municipality on the right bank, between Genthod and Grand-Saconnex, hides its greatest asset on the land side: a wildlife park dedicated to the rescue of animals.
For families, Bellevue is a nature stop just minutes from Geneva: you can meet animals from around the world in the morning, and spend the afternoon exploring the woods.
Here are our ideas for children's activities in Bellevue, easy to combine into a lovely half-day.
Our selection of family activities to do in Bellevue
2 activities for children
Vengeron Beach in Bellevue: free swimming by Lake Geneva
Want a day by the lake without spending a dime? The Vengeron beach in Bellevue welcomes you for free on a large lawn by Lake Geneva, with a dock, a snack bar, and a playground. The perfect spot for a family outing just a stone's throw from Geneva.
Bioparc Genève
Looking for a nature outing very close to Geneva? Bioparc Genève, in Bellevue, brings you face to face with more than 250 animals from around a hundred species along shaded paths, perfect for a family day in the open air.
Why choose Bellevue for a family outing?
The Bioparc Geneva is the main meeting point for families in Bellevue. This unique animal park takes in wild or exotic animals in distress: lemurs, turtles, birds of prey, and many other residents enjoy a peaceful retirement here. The visit raises children's awareness of respect for living beings, with passionate caretakers and rescue stories that leave a lasting impression.
To complement the outing, the Vita course in Bellevue offers a loop of exercises in the forest: you can jump, climb, and stretch, for free and in any weather.
Animals to observe, woods to let off steam, and a lake in the background: Bellevue provides a simple and complete nature outing, perfect for families from the right bank and beyond.