Kids activities in Montreux

Fancy a cinema outing in the heart of Montreux, a stone’s throw from the station? The Hollywood, the town’s only cinema with its two large screens, shows the big films in original version and hosts the La Lanterne Magique club for children. Practical and family-friendly, in any weather.

Do your children know “We Will Rock You” without realising it almost came to life on the shore of Lake Geneva? In Montreux, Queen – The Studio Experience opens the doors of the former Mountain Studios, where the band recorded for years. And good news: entry is free.

Want to know more about the history of Montreux? At the entrance of the old town, close to the train station, the Musée de Montreux traces the past of the region. Free for those under 16 and open from April to October, it's an affordable cultural break for the family.

A desire for swimming all year round on the Riviera? In Clarens, the Maladaire pool houses one of the few covered Olympic-sized swimming pools in the canton of Vaud, a 48-meter slide, and an outdoor wading pool in the summer. Enough to delight swimmers of all ages.

Want a family break by Lake Geneva? On the flower-lined quays of Montreux, right next to the Covered Market, a free playground awaits your children among palm trees and magnolias. A slide, wooden structures, and a breathtaking view of the mountains: here is the perfect stop along your stroll.

Looking for a real adventure for keen walkers, just steps from the lake? Above Montreux, the Gorges du Chauderon climb alongside a cascading torrent in an almost tropical forest setting. Be warned: this is not a stroll but a fine mountain hike, spectacular and refreshing, from age 7.

Want a large free beach by Lake Geneva, just a stone's throw from Montreux? In Clarens, the Plage du Pierrier welcomes you with its fine sand, tree-lined lawn, and view of the Alps. A great classic of the Vaud Riviera for spending the day with family, feet in the water.

Feeling like playing a round of minigolf in Montreux, with your feet almost in the lake? With its 18 holes set between the palm trees and the palaces of the Riviera, this outdoor course promises a fun moment with family, with Lake Geneva as the backdrop. A simple outing, accessible from age 4, perfect after a stroll along the quays.

What if you turned a walk in Montreux into a treasure hunt? Explorial is a self-guided treasure hunt on your smartphone: puzzles and challenges lead you from the lakeside to the garden of the Montreux-Palace, in about 1 hour 30 to 2 hours. A playful adventure to enjoy as a family, whenever you like.

A desire for swimming all year round on the Riviera? In Clarens, the Maladaire pool houses one of the few covered Olympic-sized swimming pools in the canton of Vaud, a 48-meter slide, and an outdoor wading pool in the summer. Enough to delight swimmers of all ages.

What if you offered your children a trip to over 2000 meters in altitude, starting from Montreux? The cogwheel train climbs in 48 minutes to a vast panorama over Lake Geneva and the Alps. A breathtaking family outing.

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 warm bath even when it's raining on the Riviera? In La Tour-de-Peilz, the Mousquetaires Indoor Pool welcomes families to a heated pool at 27°, just a stone's throw from the center. Perfect for splashing around, taking lessons, or swimming laps with the family.

Are you looking for a large outdoor pool to spend a whole summer day with your family in Chablais? In Aigle, the pool on Avenue des Glariers features a 50 m pool, slides, a paddling pool, and vast lawns to settle down on. Everything you need to swim, slide, and picnic from morning to evening.

What if you offered your children a playground with their feet almost in the lake? The playground at Jardin du Rivage in Vevey features slides, swings, and an inclusive carousel accessible to wheelchairs, all facing Lake Geneva and the Alps. A big breath of fresh air on the quays, does that tempt you?

Looking for a warm cinema outing in the Veveyse? The Sirius, in Châtel-Saint-Denis, is the only independent, volunteer-run cinema in the canton of Fribourg. With its Sunday family screenings and its “ciné-fondue” formula, it is a lovely local outing, in any weather.

Fancy a family cinema outing, a stone’s throw from Vevey station? The Rex, a historic triplex open since 1933, hosts the La Lanterne Magique club and screenings for toddlers. Three screens, films for all ages: a safe bet in any weather.

Fancy a cinema outing in a hall full of charm, a stone’s throw from Vevey station? The Astor, with its single large Belle Époque-inspired hall, shows the big films of the moment and fine events. An elegant, easy family outing, in any weather.

Want a day by Lake Geneva without spending a dime? The Plage du Parc de l'Arabie, in Vevey, combines a large shaded lawn, a small pebble beach, and playgrounds for children, all with free access. The perfect spot for splashing around and picnicking with family, right?