Playground of Parc des Evaux: 50 hectares of play and nature in Onex
Want to go out where the kids can run, climb, and play to their heart's content? At Parc des Evaux, in Onex, the playground stretches across 50 hectares of greenery shared between five Geneva municipalities. A breath of fresh air for the family, just a stone's throw from the city.
A vast green playground at the gates of Geneva
Parc des Evaux is a true intermunicipal estate of 50 hectares located between Onex, Confignon, and Bernex, managed by a foundation bringing together five Geneva municipalities. People come for its large outdoor playground, but also for everything that surrounds it: meadows, paths, sports fields, and shady spots for picnicking. Here, there's no need for a precise plan: you drop your bag, let the kids loose on the structures, and enjoy. It's one of the most generous nature outings in the Geneva region, and the playground is freely accessible and free of charge.
What your children will discover
The Evaux playground is designed to please all ages, from toddlers to older kids. Children find climbing, sliding, and scaling structures, all in a setting that is largely open to nature. Around, the estate holds other surprises: a small electric train, the famous Tortillard, which winds through the park, a treetop adventure course, a skatepark, and a BMX track for wheel enthusiasts. There's plenty to discover without ever getting bored.
What to do there and the atmosphere on site
The atmosphere at Evaux is that of a large family park where one feels free. Families settle on the grass, bring out the ball, spread the picnic blanket while the children come and go between the games. You can easily spend half a day, or even the whole day, alternating between quiet moments and more active times. The older kids head to the skatepark or try the treetop adventure, while the younger ones stay close to the suitable structures. All in a relaxed spirit, without oppressive crowds thanks to the vastness of the place.
Before you go
- Recommended age: from 2 years for the playground; toddlers also find their joy here. The treetop adventure is accessible from 3 years.
- Duration: from 1 hour to a whole day depending on your desire.
- Price: the playground is freely accessible and free. The small train (Tortillard) and the treetop adventure are paid (rates to be checked on site or on the official website).
- Reservation: none for the playground. The Tortillard can be reserved on weekdays by schools and nurseries only.
- Stroller accessibility: the park and its paths are generally stroller-friendly (natural terrain, to be confirmed depending on the areas).
- Transport: accessible by TPG bus (stops nearby, on the Onex-Cité side and surroundings). Parking on site (paid from 7 AM to 7 PM, free at other times).
- What to bring: picnic, water bottles, hat and sunscreen in summer, comfortable shoes.
- Ideal season: from spring to autumn, in good weather.
Parents' tips
- Arrive early on weekends and in good weather to enjoy the best shady and picnic spots.
- Bring some cash or a way to pay for the small train and the treetop adventure, which are paid activities in addition to the free playground.
- Slip a ball or a frisbee into the bag: the large meadows are perfect for burning off energy.
- Locate the restrooms and the park restaurant upon arrival to organize yourself calmly.
- In hot weather, think about water and shade: the estate is vast and the sun can be strong in open spaces.
Useful information
- Address: Ch. François Chavaz 110, 1213 Onex
- Official website: www.evaux.ch
- Hours: the playground is freely accessible; the precise hours of the park, the Tortillard, and the treetop adventure are to be checked on the official website.
- Access: by TPG bus (stops nearby) or by car (parking on site, paid from 7 AM to 7 PM).
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Why we recommend it
The Evaux ticks all the boxes for a successful family outing: a free playground, endless green spaces for running and picnicking, and a real array of complementary activities (small train, treetop adventure, skatepark) to vary the pleasures. We love being able to spend the day there without breaking the bank, letting the kids explore at their own pace in a natural setting, all while being just a stone's throw from Geneva.
In a nutshell
A large free playground nestled in 50 hectares of nature in Onex, with a small train and treetop adventure as options: the ideal address for a day outdoors with the family.
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Onex
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Ch. François Chavaz 110, 1213 Onex
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