Moutier Swimming Pool: the large outdoor swimming area of the Bernese Jura
Want a day by the water with family in Moutier? The Piscine de Moutier, an outdoor gem of the Bernese Jura designed in 1949, features a large pool, a 60-meter slide, and a wading pool for the little ones. There's plenty to keep both young and old entertained all summer long, at the foot of the Prévois mountains.
A great sunbath in the heart of the Bernese Jura
In Moutier, the outdoor pool is an institution. Nestled in the Prévôté, at the foot of the Bernese Jura, it was designed in 1949 by the architecture firm Charles Kleiber and remains one of the most beautiful pools in Switzerland today. People come to spend the entire day: a large 50-meter pool for swimming and diving, a wading pool for the little ones, a slide that descends 60 meters from 6 meters high, and vast lawns to lay down a towel. It is the summer meeting place for families from Moutier and the surrounding area, from morning until evening.
What your children will discover
Here, there is something for all ages and all swimming levels. The youngest splash safely in the shallow wading pool, with its small play area and sand. The older ones swim laps in the large pool, test the diving boards, and, above all, slide down the long slide that brings joy to summer afternoons. Between swims, you can have fun at the beach volleyball court, the ping-pong tables, or under the inflatable dome set up for the children. A true day of aquatic adventures, without having to move from the spot.
What to do and the atmosphere on site
The atmosphere is that timeless one of neighborhood pools: you lay your towel on the grass, alternate between swimming and snacks, and meet friends between slides. The water is warm (around 22–24 °C), making long sessions enjoyable even when the sun plays hide and seek. On site, a snack bar and a restaurant allow you to eat without leaving, and you can rent sun loungers and umbrellas for comfortable lounging. It’s the perfect place for a relaxing family day, where children can expend energy while parents relax in the sun.
Before you go
- Recommended age: all ages; wading pool ideal for 0–5 years, large pool and slide for more experienced swimmers.
- Duration: half a day to a full day.
- Price: paid (individual entries and subscriptions); rates to be confirmed on the official municipal website.
- Reservation: no reservation necessary, just show up at the ticket booth.
- Stroller accessibility: flat site with large lawns, easy access with a stroller.
- Transport: in Moutier, accessible by train (CFF Moutier station) then on foot or by bus; parking nearby.
- What to bring: swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, cap, snacks (or enjoy the snack bar).
- Ideal season: mid-summer, in good weather. The 2026 season runs from May 16 to September 13.
Parents' tips
- Arrive early during hot weather to find a shady spot and settle your belongings quietly.
- For the little ones, set up near the wading pool: everything stays in sight.
- Bring sunscreen and a cap: the lawns are open and the sun is strong in the middle of summer.
- A small reserve of coins or a payment method for the snack bar avoids frustrations at snack time.
- Check the weather for the day: the pool is outdoors, better to aim for a nice day.
Useful information
- Address: Ch. de la Piscine 14, 2740 Moutier
- Official website: https://moutier.ch/culture/activites-sportives-et-de-loisirs/piscine/
- Hours: open daily from 9 AM during the season (2026 season: May 16 to September 13); details and rates to be confirmed on the official website.
- Access: CFF Moutier station then a few minutes on foot or by bus; parking nearby.
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Why we recommend it
Because it checks all the boxes for a beautiful summer day with family: a unique heritage setting designed by Charles Kleiber, pools for all ages, a slide that brings joy, and all the comfort (snack bar, restaurant, lawns) to stay from morning to evening without stress. It’s one of the most beautiful pools in Switzerland, just a stone's throw from the center of Moutier.
In two words
A historic outdoor pool in the Bernese Jura, with a large pool, a 60-meter slide, and a wading pool: the refreshing address for summer family fun in Moutier.
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Location
Moutier
Jura
Ch. de la Piscine 14, 2740 Moutier
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