Guillemin Park: the playground for the deer of Pully

The Deer Park, a three-in-one in Pully

Are you looking for a park where children never get bored? Parc Guillemin, which everyone in Pully calls the Deer Park, checks all the boxes. It features a modern playground, a wading pool for the little ones, a deer enclosure that fascinates children, and an unobstructed view of Lake Geneva and the Alps. All under large trees (pines, purple beeches, chestnuts) that provide shade in the summer. A public and free park, it is open all year round. A true paradise for families, on the edge of Lausanne.

What your children will discover

Children move from one attraction to another. The playground offers a large nest swing, a slide, and water games, with a cushioned ground made of wood chips. Right next to it, the deer enclosure is the main attraction: you can observe the animals up close, a wonder for all ages. In summer, the shallow wading pool (about 20 cm) allows the youngest to splash around. And everywhere, the view of Lake Geneva and the Alps accompanies snack time.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

You settle in for the afternoon, alternating between play, observing the deer, and resting in the shade. The space is large enough to avoid overcrowding, even when the wading pool is in use. Parents appreciate the wooded setting and the view, while children run from one corner to another. A small house houses restrooms on site. The atmosphere is peaceful, family-friendly, and generous in greenery: you quickly feel like you're on vacation.

Before you go

• Recommended age: all ages; wading pool and playground particularly appreciated by the youngest
• Duration: half a day depending on desire
• Price: free (public park)
• Reservation: no
• Stroller accessibility: park designed, presumably accessible; to be confirmed on site
• Transport: TL bus (line 9, stops Pully-Perraudettaz or Montillier; details to be confirmed)
• To bring: swimsuit and towel for the wading pool in summer, snacks, and picnic supplies
• Ideal season: open all year round; wading pool and water games in the summer season (exact dates to be confirmed)

Parents' tips

• Supervise toddlers at the wading pool: unsupervised and unheated, a child can drown in very little water.
• Come early or on weekdays to enjoy it peacefully, especially in nice weather.
• Bring a change of clothes after the wading pool and sunscreen for sunny areas.
• The large trees provide shade: an asset in strong heat.
• The deer enclosure is the highlight: save some time to observe the animals together.

Useful information

• Address: Avenue Etienne-Guillemin 5, 1009 Pully (above the Perraudettaz roundabout, on the edge of Lausanne)
• Official website: no dedicated site; park managed by the City of Pully
• Hours: public park with free access, always accessible; wading pool open in the summer season (dates to be confirmed)
• Access (transport): TL bus line 9, stops Pully-Perraudettaz or Montillier (to be confirmed)

Why we recommend it

Because it is rare to gather so many assets in one place: games, water, animals, and lake views, all for free and under the trees. Parc Guillemin satisfies both the youngest and the older ones, allowing parents to relax in a calming setting. A must-visit for families in Pully.

In two words

The Deer Park in Pully combines a playground, wading pool, deer enclosure, and view of Lake Geneva: a free three-in-one for the whole family.