Indoor and Outdoor Pool of Vernets – Les Acacias

A large Geneva pool for the whole family

In the heart of the Acacias neighborhood, the Vernets pool is part of a large sports center in the City of Geneva. People come here to splash around, learn to swim, swim laps, or simply enjoy a good time by the water. The main advantage for families: a covered area open all year round and an outdoor space that opens up in the summer. No matter the weather, you have plenty to keep the kids occupied.

What your children will discover

The Vernets has several pools for various desires. On the indoor side, there is a large Olympic pool of 50 meters, a 25-meter pool, and a wading pool for the little ones. On the outdoor side, open during the nice season, children discover a wading pool with a slide and a diving pool with its diving boards (from 1 to 10 meters) that always impress the older ones. There's plenty to vary the pleasures according to age and the day's desire.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

The atmosphere is that of a true neighborhood pool, lively and friendly. The little ones splash around safely while the older ones attempt a dive or have fun on the slide. Good news for family weekends: on Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings, the 25-meter pool and the wading pool are regularly reserved for children, with water games available. After swimming, you can relax on the grassy terrace or grab a snack at the on-site restaurant and snack bar.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 3 years old for the wading pool and water games; the pools are suitable for all ages, always under the supervision of a parent for the younger ones.
• Duration: plan for half a day to fully enjoy, especially in summer with the outdoor space.
• Reservation: no reservation needed, but you can buy your tickets online to avoid waiting at the ticket counters. Details and prices on the official website.
• Stroller: access is on foot from the stop; the center is at ground level at the entrance, convenient with a stroller.
• Transport: Vernets stop on the TPG 11 line. A paid parking lot is available 24/7, with spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility.
• What to bring: swimsuit, goggles, towels, armbands for the little ones, and a snack. Swim caps according to the current rules.
• Ideal season: all year round for the covered part; the outdoor space is open in summer (approximately from mid-May to mid-August depending on the year).

Parents' tips

• Aim for the weekend slots reserved for children to enjoy the water games in less crowded water.
• In summer, arrive early on hot days: the outdoor space is very popular with Genevans.
• Spot the wading pool upon arrival to set up your base camp near the little ones.
• The diving boards are impressive: set a clear rule with the children before letting them attempt the big jump.

Useful information

• Address: Rue Hans-Wilsdorf 4, 1227 Les Acacias (canton of Geneva)
• Official website: https://www.geneve.ch/piscine-vernets
• Hours: variable depending on the season and events; check the official website for up-to-date hours.
• Access: Vernets stop, TPG 11 line; paid parking 24/7 with accessible spaces. Partially accessible for people with reduced mobility (accessible restrooms).

Why we recommend it

Because it is one of Geneva's sure bets for a successful family outing, summer or winter. Between the little ones' wading pool, the older ones' laps, and the famous diving boards, everyone finds their pool. It is easily accessible by public transport and allows for a transition from covered water to outdoors depending on the weather.

In two words

A large Geneva pool, covered and outdoors, where the whole family finds happiness in the water, in all weather.