Maladaire Swimming Pool
A desire for swimming all year round on the Riviera? In Clarens, the Maladaire pool houses one of the few covered Olympic-sized swimming pools in the canton of Vaud, a 48-meter slide, and an outdoor wading pool in the summer. Enough to delight swimmers of all ages.
A large covered pool by Lake Geneva
In Clarens, in the municipality of Montreux, the Maladaire pool is a favorite spot for families on the Riviera. It houses one of the only two covered Olympic-sized pools in the canton of Vaud, allowing for warm swimming regardless of the weather, all year round. In the summer, the site expands with lawns and outdoor areas for splashing around and sunbathing. With its large slide and wading pool, it’s a practical and complete destination, just steps from the lake and easily accessible by bus.
What your children will discover
The highlight for children is the 48-meter water slide: perfect for endless laughter and fun. The little ones have their own area thanks to an outdoor wading pool open in summer, where they can play safely in shallow water. The large Olympic pool will delight swimmers looking to do laps or train. It’s a place where everyone finds their level, from the tiny tots discovering water to the older kids who enjoy swimming.
What to do there and the atmosphere on site
The atmosphere is that of a neighborhood pool, lively and family-friendly. People come for an hour or for the afternoon, alternating between swimming, sliding, and relaxing by the pool. In summer, the outdoor lawns invite picnics and games. Hours vary by month, and the pool closes on certain days for maintenance or competitions: be sure to check the day’s hours on the official website before coming.
Before you go
- Recommended age: for everyone, from accompanied babies to teenagers
- Duration: from one hour to half a day
- Price: child 4 CHF, adult 7.50 CHF (reduced rates for Montreux residents); confirm on the official website
- Stroller accessibility: flat site around the pools
- Transport: VMCV bus line 201, stop Clarens, Piscine Maladaire
- What to bring: swimsuit, towel, floaties for the little ones, and swimming goggles
- Ideal season: all year round for the covered pool; summer for the outdoor wading pool
Parents' tips
- Check the day’s hours on the official website: they change by month
- In summer, enjoy the outdoor wading pool, open from mid-June to the end of August
- Bring floaties for the youngest, as the pool is deep
- Arrive early on weekends to avoid the crowd during rainy afternoons
- Keep a constant eye on the children: supervision does not replace your own
Useful information
- Address: Chemin de la Maladaire 1, 1815 Clarens (Montreux)
- Official website: https://www.montreux.ch/maladaire
- Hours: variable by month; check details and closures on the official website
- Access: VMCV bus line 201, stop Clarens, Piscine Maladaire; nearby CFF train station in Clarens
Why we recommend it
Because it ticks all the boxes for a successful swimming outing: a large covered pool for year-round swimming, a popular slide, a wading pool for the little ones, and easy access by bus. At a low price, it’s a sure bet to keep the kids entertained, whether it rains or shines.
In two words
A family pool in Clarens with a covered Olympic pool open all year round, a 48-meter slide, and an outdoor wading pool in summer. Convenient and accessible by bus.
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Location
Montreux
Vaud
Chemin de la Maladaire 1, 1815 Clarens
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