Kids activities in Gruyères

How is the famous Gruyère AOP made? In Pringy, across from the train station, the demonstration cheese dairy opens its vats to you. In the morning, your children watch the cheesemakers at work, with a fun audio guide in their ears. A delicious and lively visit, just a stone's throw from the Château de Gruyères.

What if you traveled back in time with your family? Perched in the heart of the famous medieval city, the Château de Gruyères opens up eight centuries of history for you. With its free fun trails designed for children, it's an outing that combines a fortress, legends, and panoramic views of the Pre-Alps.

Looking for a lake beach where the little ones can paddle safely? At Corbières, at the spot known as La Montagnetta, the lawn slopes very gently down to the water in the shade of tall trees. Playground, fire pits for barbecues and completely free access.

Fancy a beach where you can spread out your towels without bumping into anyone? At Gumefens, the lawn unrolls nearly 2,000 m2 on the shore of Lake Gruyère, with the Île d'Ogoz and its medieval ruins as a backdrop. Entirely free, with a large car park right beside it, along the Route du Marais.

What if the swim had to be earned at the end of a path? At Botterens, right at the southern end of Lake Gruyère, the shore is reached on foot from the lakeside trail, level with Villarbeney. A natural, free and discreet spot for a family swim far from the big beaches.

Looking for the beach on Lake Gruyère that has everything? It is La Pointe, in Morlon, which everyone calls Morlon Beach: toilets, outdoor showers, fire pits, beach volleyball and paddle rental, with the Île d'Ogoz and the Prealps as scenery. Free access.

Do your children dream of an island with a real castle? In the middle of Lake Gruyère, the Île d'Ogoz keeps two towers from the 13th century and a small white chapel. You reach it by solar-powered boat from the Port du Bry, and on a few days each year, on foot.

What if the whole family boarded the same boat, with no licence and no experience? In Corbières, Aventure Gruyère rents licence-free boats, kayaks from CHF 15 and paddleboards, including giant models. There are even treasure hunts on the water.

Want to go out in the fresh air where your children can play and explore freely? The recreational area of Paccots, above Châtel-Saint-Denis, features a large free playground dotted with wooden animal sculptures, slides, and a zip line, all set in a pre-Alpine environment at the foot of the fir trees.

Want a break in the great outdoors during your getaway to the Pays-d'Enhaut? The playground in the village of Château-d'Œx welcomes your children in a green setting facing the mountains, with swings, a zip line, and a large picnic table. A free and friendly stop, right in the heart of the village.