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Activities for children in Mies

Small village of La Côte vaudoise by Lake Geneva, Mies is nestled between Versoix and Geneva, in a peaceful setting just steps from the lake. Its location, at the gates of the Geneva metropolitan area, makes it an easy stop for a family outing.

Easily accessible by train or car, Mies is ideally suited for a half-day visit. This page brings together a selection of activities for children in Mies to help you find inspiration for your next family outing.

Our selection of family activities to do in Mies

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Outdoor activities

Fresh air, forests, lakes and mountains.
Illustration of the new port of Torry and the renaturalized banks of Mies-Tannay: wooden footbridge and promenade above a watercourse lined with reeds, dike and pontoons with moored sailboats, families strolling by Lake Geneva. Port of Torry and new shores of Mies-Tannay
Mies, Vaud Until 17 years

Inaugurated in September 2024 between Mies and Tannay, the renaturalized shores of the Torry offer a new corner of Lake Geneva to discover with family. Accessible promenade, playground, beach volleyball, and beach: everything is new and free, right by the water.

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Illustration of the skatepark and playground at the Mies sports center: concrete skatepark with ramps, modules, and rail, adjacent playground, trees and fields, with children on skateboards and scooters. Playground and skatepark of the Mies Sports Centre
Mies, Vaud Until 14 years

In Mies, the renovated sports center features a playground and a free-access skatepark, alongside padel courts, tennis courts, and a fitness trail. Free playground and skatepark for children aged 0 to 14 years.

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Illustration of Mies beach by Lake Geneva: grassy and sandy shore, beach bar, families swimming and children playing, sailboats on the lake and snowy mountains in the distance. Mies Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva
Mies, Vaud Until 17 years

On the shores of Lake Geneva, between Versoix and Coppet, the beach of Mies features a large shaded lawn where families lay down their towels as soon as the nice weather arrives. Shallow edges, playgrounds, and barbecues: a day at the lake, simple and free.

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House of Basketball in Mies: small FIBA exhibition and family hoops Maison du Basketball in Mies: small FIBA exhibition and family hoops
Mies, Vaud From 5 years

In Mies, the Basketball House (FIBA) offers a free mini-exhibition on the history of basketball, and an outdoor court to shoot some hoops. Ideal for families.

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Around Mies

Less than 15 minutes away, in neighbouring towns.
Illustration of the playground and wading pool at Parc Bertrand in Geneva Play area of Parc Bertrand: wading pool and large games in Champel
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Are you looking for a playground that appeals to both young and old in Geneva? In the heart of the Champel district, Parc Bertrand combines a large shaded playground and a very popular wading pool in the summer. A classic for Geneva families, free and outdoors.

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Illustration of the playground and wading pool at Parc Trembley in Geneva Play area of Parc Trembley: playground and wading pool at Petit-Saconnex
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Looking for a large free park where your children can climb, slide, and splash in the heart of Geneva? At Petit-Saconnex, the playground at Parc Trembley combines various games, a multi-sport arena, and, in the summer, a welcome wading pool to cool off with the family.

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Illustration of the playground at Parc La Grange in Geneva, wading pool and rose garden Playground of Parc La Grange: play in the heart of the most beautiful park in Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

And what if you offered your children a big breath of fresh air in the heart of the most beautiful park in Geneva? The playground at Parc La Grange features slides, sand games, and a summer wading pool, all for free, with the rose garden and the view of the lake as a backdrop.

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Illustration of the playground at Parc des Bastions in Geneva, giant chessboard Playground of the Parc des Bastions: climb, slide, and play giant chess in the heart of Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 2-12 years

Want a gaming break in the heart of Geneva, just steps from the old town? The playground at Parc des Bastions welcomes your children in a wooded park, featuring towers, rope bridges, a slide, and even giant chess. An outdoor outing, public and free, easy to fit into a day in the city.

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Illustration of the playground at Bois-de-la-Bâtie in Geneva Bois-de-la-Bâtie playground: the largest play area in Geneva
Geneva, Geneva 1-12 years

Want a great outdoor outing in Geneva without spending a dime? At Bois-de-la-Bâtie, your children will discover the largest playground in the city: wooden slide towers, water and sand games, a wading pool in the summer, and a petting zoo right next door. All of this is free and open year-round.

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Illustration plate de la salle de realite virtuelle Second World a Signy, enfants et parents avec casques VR Second World in Signy: virtual reality and escape game for families near Nyon
Signy-Avenex, Vaud 7-16 years

Fancy an immersive, weatherproof adventure near Nyon? At Signy-Centre, Second World plunges young and old into virtual reality: team games, a VR escape game and guaranteed thrills from age 7. The perfect rainy-day outing.

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Illustration de la facade du cinema Le City a Geneve, enseigne lumineuse CITY et affiches sur une place pavee au crepuscule Cinéma Le City in Geneva: the auteur cinema of the Eaux-Vives
Geneva, Geneva 6-16 years

Looking for a human-scale cinema outing, in the lively Eaux-Vives quarter? Le City, an independent auteur cinema renovated in 2017, is part of the small Geneva group Les Scala. With its family rate, it is a lovely address for a family outing in any weather.

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Illustration du cinema Le Nord-Sud a Geneve, facade eclairee et affiches, avenue avec tram au crepuscule Cinéma Le Nord-Sud in Geneva: the neighbourhood cinema of the Servette
Geneva, Geneva 4-16 years

Looking for a warm neighbourhood cinema, over towards the Servette? Le Nord-Sud, opened in 1951 and fully renovated in 2019, is one of the three independent venues of the Les Scala group. With its links to the Animatou animation festival, it is a lovely address for a family outing, in any weather.

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Activities by budget

A day out without breaking the bank, or a treat.
Illustration of the new port of Torry and the renaturalized banks of Mies-Tannay: wooden footbridge and promenade above a watercourse lined with reeds, dike and pontoons with moored sailboats, families strolling by Lake Geneva. Port of Torry and new shores of Mies-Tannay
Mies, Vaud Until 17 years

Inaugurated in September 2024 between Mies and Tannay, the renaturalized shores of the Torry offer a new corner of Lake Geneva to discover with family. Accessible promenade, playground, beach volleyball, and beach: everything is new and free, right by the water.

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Illustration of the skatepark and playground at the Mies sports center: concrete skatepark with ramps, modules, and rail, adjacent playground, trees and fields, with children on skateboards and scooters. Playground and skatepark of the Mies Sports Centre
Mies, Vaud Until 14 years

In Mies, the renovated sports center features a playground and a free-access skatepark, alongside padel courts, tennis courts, and a fitness trail. Free playground and skatepark for children aged 0 to 14 years.

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Illustration of Mies beach by Lake Geneva: grassy and sandy shore, beach bar, families swimming and children playing, sailboats on the lake and snowy mountains in the distance. Mies Beach: family swimming by Lake Geneva
Mies, Vaud Until 17 years

On the shores of Lake Geneva, between Versoix and Coppet, the beach of Mies features a large shaded lawn where families lay down their towels as soon as the nice weather arrives. Shallow edges, playgrounds, and barbecues: a day at the lake, simple and free.

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House of Basketball in Mies: small FIBA exhibition and family hoops Maison du Basketball in Mies: small FIBA exhibition and family hoops
Mies, Vaud From 5 years

In Mies, the Basketball House (FIBA) offers a free mini-exhibition on the history of basketball, and an outdoor court to shoot some hoops. Ideal for families.

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Why choose Mies for a family outing?

Mies has a wonderful surprise for sports-loving families: the village is home to the headquarters of FIBA, the international basketball federation, along with a unique place to visit on La Côte.

The Basketball House offers an exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of basketball, punctuated by areas where visitors can test the hoops and have fun with a ball in hand. It's an outing that particularly appeals to sporty children and fans of the orange ball, who get to discover the behind-the-scenes of their favorite sport while staying active.

With the Basketball House, Mies provides a unique experience that is easy to combine with a stroll along the shores of Lake Geneva or a visit to the Geneva area. It’s the perfect place for a fun and sporty outing that stands out from the ordinary.