Gryon Parc: the family play park of La Barboleuse
Looking for a simple, joyful mountain outing where each attraction costs a coin or two? At Gryon Parc, in La Barboleuse, your children move from giant minigolf to a little train, electric karting and the Sky-Dive in a wooded, welcoming setting.
A family-sized amusement park in the heart of the Vaud Alps
Perched in La Barboleuse, in the municipality of Gryon, Gryon Parc is a small open-air leisure park designed for families. We love it for its relaxed atmosphere, its woodland setting and its very affordable per-item rates: most attractions cost between 2 and 5 francs. There is no need to book a whole day or to wait for perfect weather: you come for a few hours, try two or three activities and enjoy. It is the ideal stop to catch your breath between two hikes or to fill a summer afternoon at altitude.
What your children will discover
The heart of the park is its 18-hole giant minigolf, presented as unique in Switzerland. The little ones rush to the playground with slides, swings and a zip line, while the miniature little train charms the whole family. For thrill seekers, the electric karting and the Sky-Dive (a seated glide suspended from a cable, about 15 metres high over more than 50 metres) add a touch of adventure. Everyone finds their own pace, from toddlers to older kids.
What you do there and the atmosphere on site
The spirit of the place is resolutely family-friendly and good-natured. You buy tokens or per-item entries, move freely between the attractions and settle at the refreshment stand for a break. The wooded setting brings shade on bright sunny days and gives the park a pleasant natural feel. It is a place where children gain independence: they choose their activities, count their tokens and go from one game to another without stress.
Before you go
- Recommended age: family audience, from toddlers (playground) to older kids (Sky-Dive, zip line); no minimum age specified.
- Duration: plan for a relaxed half-day; typical duration to be confirmed on site.
- Price: minigolf 5 francs (free under 6), little train 2 francs, electric karting 2 francs per token, Sky-Dive 2 francs. Discounts possible with the Villars-Gryon guest card depending on the date.
- Booking: recommended for groups and schools; free for families.
- Transport: to be confirmed (local lines and La Barboleuse-Les Chaux gondola nearby).
- What to bring: cash to pay per item, comfortable shoes, a cap and water in summer.
- Best season: summer, until the snow arrives.
Tips from parents
- Count in small coins: the attractions are paid per item, a fun way to teach children to manage their budget.
- Ask about the Villars-Gryon guest card: it may entitle you to discounts depending on your visit date.
- The park is in the woods: a windbreaker can be useful even in summer.
- Take a break at the refreshment stand between two rounds of minigolf.
- Check the opening hours before you leave: they vary and are not fixed.
Useful information
- Address: Place de Barboleuse, 1882 Gryon VD.
- Official website: https://www.gryon.ch/N736/gryon-parc.html
- Phone: +41 24 498 00 00 (Maison du Tourisme de Gryon).
- Opening hours: variable, minigolf open until the snow arrives; exact 2026 hours to be confirmed on the official website.
- Access: to be confirmed (local lines, La Barboleuse-Les Chaux gondola nearby). Free parking nearby.
Why we recommend it
Because it is a hassle-free outing, generous and accessible, where you get your money's worth. Gryon Parc ticks all the boxes of a successful family afternoon in the mountains: play, a touch of adrenaline, shade and a refreshment stand, all for a few coins per attraction.
In a nutshell
A family leisure park in La Barboleuse, with giant minigolf, karting, Sky-Dive and a playground, at very gentle rates.
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Kid Adventure Planner
Location
Gryon
Vaud
Place de Barboleuse, 1882 Gryon VD
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