Gland Skatepark: outdoor skating at the En Bord Sports Center

An Outdoor Skate Spot in Gland

At the En Bord Sports Center, the Gland skatepark welcomes roller enthusiasts outdoors. Skateboarding, scootering, rollerblading, or BMX: everyone finds something to ride, jump, and progress, in an open and easily accessible setting for families.

What Your Kids Will Love

Modules, curves, and ramps: the skatepark is a life-sized playground where one learns balance, gains momentum, and attempts their first tricks. Kids love the free atmosphere of the place, where older ones set the example and friends motivate each other. It’s also the perfect spot for beginners on scooters, helmet on head.

Things to Know Before You Go

• How much does it cost? The skatepark is free to access, outdoors.
• From what age? From 5–6 years old on scooters with an adult; older kids and teens find real challenges there.
• What equipment? Helmet highly recommended, and pads (wrists, elbows, knees) for a safe start.
• What season? From spring to autumn, in dry weather. Surfaces are slippery when wet.
• A date to remember? The municipality organizes an annual "Skatepark Festival" with initiations, workshops, and competitions; the next edition is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026.

Parent Tips

• Helmet mandatory on children's heads: set the example from the first visit.
• For a first visit, come during off-peak hours (morning) to ride without pressure.
• Explain the park's right-of-way rules: wait your turn, look before launching.
• Bring water and a cap: the area is not very shaded.

Useful Information

• Address: En Bord Sports Center, 1196 Gland.
• Access: near the center of Gland; Gland train station is a short distance away, then a few minutes.
• On-site: the sports center also has a playground for younger children.
• Ideal weather: dry weather and dry surfaces.

Why We Recommend It

Because it’s a free outdoor activity that channels kids' energy while working on balance and confidence. You can come for an hour or for the afternoon, and the En Bord Sports Center allows for alternating skating for the older ones and playground time for the little ones.

In Two Words

A free and friendly skatepark for family riding as soon as the nice weather arrives. For more ideas for active outings in French-speaking Switzerland, subscribe to the Kidora newsletter.