Activities for children in Saint-Cergue

A new way to run around outdoors as a family in Saint-Cergue? Disc golf! On a free, open-access 9-basket course, you throw the frisbee from target to target, between forest and meadow at the foot of the Jura. Discs are available to rent on site: perfect for trying it together.

Do your children want to ride and jump on a mountain bike? In Saint-Cergue, the bike park opens up 4,000 m² of pump track and loops with progressive difficulty, from beginner green to more technical red. Free open access, helmet on: the ideal place to progress on a bike.

Fancy lacing up your skates in the open air this winter? In Saint-Cergue, at the foot of the slopes, an open-air village ice rink welcomes you free of charge, skates included. Between free skating, ice hockey and a warm snack, it's the simplest ice outing in the Vaud Jura.

In Saint-Cergue, PPP Rando introduces families to the world of sled dogs. On the agenda: meeting a pack of huskies and cani-hiking, a walk pulled by the dogs, possible on snow as well as off snow. From age 5, by reservation.

Above Saint-Cergue, the La Dôle area is the quintessential family resort of the Vaud Jura. Baby lift, toboggan runs, ski lifts, and gentle slopes for beginners: it is the perfect place to introduce little ones to the snow, less than an hour from Nyon.

Above Saint-Cergue, an unpretentious family walk takes you through pastures and fir trees to the Barilette refuge and the ruins of the old castle. A simple, free nature outing, perfect for taking a deep breath with the family in the Vaud Jura.

On a mountain pasture over 1000 meters above Saint-Cergue, the Espace Loisirs Basse-Ruche brings the mountain to life for families all year round. All-terrain scooters, mini-adventure park, zip lines, and swingolf in the summer; ski lifts and sledding in the winter: there is something for all ages.

In the forest above Saint-Cergue, La Ballade à Béatrix is a narrated trail that tells children the story of the village's castle, all while walking. A free stroll that ends with a beautiful panorama of Lake Geneva: the ideal walk when you want to mix nature, history, and imagination.

Want to get the whole family moving in the forest without spending a franc? Above Trélex, on the road to Saint-Cergue, the Parcours Vita unwinds 2.5 km of trail and around fifteen exercise stations, with views over the lake and the Alps. Free, open all year round, maintained since 1971.

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.

Fancy a quiet, free journey into the Middle Ages? In Chéserex, at the foot of the Jura, Bonmont Abbey opens its Cistercian church—founded in 1123—to families. A short, peaceful visit to awaken children to history, just a few minutes from Nyon.

Want to take the children out on the lake in Nyon? At Le Ponton, on the shore of Lake Geneva, pedalo rental gets you on the water within minutes: you pedal gently, the little ones take the helm and enjoy the view of the shore and the Château de Nyon. A simple, refreshing summer outing — no booking required.

Want a peaceful swim by Lake Geneva without spending a dime? Crans Beach, in Crans-près-Céligny, is a small public beach located next to the municipal port: lawn, playground, barbecues, and a view of the Alps. The perfect spot for a family day on the Côte.

Above Arzier, the Oujon spiritual trail is a flat, signposted loop of about an hour that leads to the ruins of the oldest charterhouse in Switzerland. Around fifteen information panels, a large picnic area nearby: a free family walk blending nature and history.

In Begnins, on the heights of La Côte, Ranch Paradisio is a family stable where children meet ponies, horses and small farm animals. Pony rides, courses, camps and farm birthday parties for 3-12 year-olds. Booking by phone; exact address and prices to be confirmed directly with the ranch.

The little NStCM train climbs from the lakeside in Nyon up to the Jura, to Saint-Cergue then La Cure. For children, the journey is already an adventure: you leave Lake Geneva, you gain altitude, and you arrive at the gateway to the trails and sledging slopes. A train ride that is simple and a real change of scenery.