Minigolf de l'Ouchettaz: 18 holes by the lake in Villeneuve
Fancy a family round of minigolf with Lake Geneva and the mountains as a backdrop? In Villeneuve, the Minigolf de l'Ouchettaz lines up 18 holes by the water, a stone's throw from the CGN landing stage. A great classic of the warm season, simple and joyful.
18 holes almost feet in the lake
In Villeneuve, in the Ouchettaz area, the minigolf stretches along the shore of Lake Geneva, with an open view of the water and the mountains. Its 18 cemented lanes wind between tall trees that offer welcome shade in summer. It is a very simple, accessible and friendly activity, perfect for a late afternoon or a summer evening since the course is lit. You can come on foot, by bike, by car, and even by boat thanks to the nearby landing stage. A real warm-season pleasure, with no fuss.
What your children will discover
Your children will have fun aiming, controlling their shot and counting the points on a course designed for the whole family. The 18 holes offer enough variety to keep the interest going from lane to lane, without ever becoming too technical. Between two holes, they enjoy the setting: the lapping of the lake, the boats going by, the deckchairs to take a break. It is an outing that mixes play, fresh air and relaxation, ideal as soon as children can hold a club.
What you do there and the atmosphere on site
The atmosphere is family-friendly and laid-back. You rent the clubs and the balls, set off on the course, and take a break at the refreshment stand between two rounds. In summer, the tall trees bring shade and the deckchairs invite you to relax. As the course is lit in the evening, you can extend the game at nightfall, a real plus for warm evenings. Occasional events sometimes punctuate the season, such as a themed tournament.
Before you go
- Recommended age: from about 6 years, but playable as a family with younger ones accompanied.
- Price: rates seen in 2024 (to be confirmed for 2026) — CHF 7 adult (from 15 years), CHF 5 child (up to 14 years), CHF 6 student and senior.
- Booking: not required (to be confirmed).
- Transport: about 400 m from the CGN landing stage; accessible on foot, by bike, by car or by boat.
- Parking: free parking nearby.
- What to bring: a cap and sun cream in summer; something to snack on or drink (refreshment stand on site).
- Best season: the warm season, from spring to autumn.
Tips from parents
- Come in the late afternoon or evening in summer: the course is lit and it is cooler.
- Make the most of the deckchairs and the shade of the trees for the breaks of the little ones.
- Combine the outing with a stroll along the lake or a CGN boat trip.
- Check the hours and rates of the current season, which vary with the weather.
- Bring coins for the refreshment stand and the rental.
Useful information
- Address: Ouchettaz area, shore of Lake Geneva near the CGN landing stage, 1844 Villeneuve VD (exact address to be confirmed).
- Official website: no known official website to date.
- Phone: +41 79 662 24 58
- Opening hours: open throughout the warm season, extended hours in summer thanks to the lighting; exact hours to be confirmed for 2026.
- Access: on foot, by bike, by car or by boat; free parking nearby.
Why we recommend it
Because it is the very embodiment of the simple, successful summer outing: a game accessible to everyone, a magnificent setting by Lake Geneva, and a very gentle price. The Minigolf de l'Ouchettaz combines wonderfully with a lakeside stroll or an arrival by boat, for a stress-free family day.
In a nutshell
An 18-hole minigolf by the shore of Lake Geneva in Villeneuve, shaded and lit in the evening, for family rounds all summer long.
Frequently asked questions
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Michael @ Kidora
Kid Adventure Planner
Location
Villeneuve
Vaud
Secteur de l'Ouchettaz, bord du lac Léman, 1844 Villeneuve VD
Contact
+41 79 662 24 58Nearby
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