Play area of the Founex Sports Center

One of the Most Beautiful Playgrounds in La Côte

Opened in 2019, the playground at the Founex Sports Center quickly gained a reputation: it is regularly mentioned among the most beautiful in La Côte. And for good reason, the equipment is generous and varied, installed on a shock-absorbing synthetic surface that reassures when children fall. All around, the sports center offers space, football and tennis courts, perfect for completing the outing. A renovation took place at the end of March 2026, and the playground is once again fully accessible. It is an ideal stop between Coppet and Nyon, easy to combine with a walk.

What Your Children Will Discover

The playground is rich and invites movement in all directions.

• Two "castle" structures to climb and explore.
• A zip line, always a favorite among children.
• Ground-level trampolines for safe jumping.
• Slides, swings, and spring games.
• Picnic tables and equipment for adults.

What to Do There and the Atmosphere on Site

Here, we jump, climb, slide, and do it all over again. The ground-level trampolines and the zip line attract children, who keep going without getting tired. The setting of the sports center provides an airy and active atmosphere, with families happily settling at the picnic tables. While the older kids let off steam, parents enjoy the equipment or keep an eye from the benches. The nearby football and tennis courts allow for an extended afternoon for those who still have energy.

Before You Go

• Recommended age: 2 to 12 years, with a special mention for fans of jumping and climbing.
• Duration: expect 1 to 2 hours, more if you continue with the sports fields.
• Price: free, open access 7 days a week.
• Stroller accessibility: yes, the site is level and easy to navigate.
• Transport: easy by car (sports center parking); regional bus services from Terre Sainte nearby.
• What to bring: hat, water, and sunscreen, as the area offers little shade.
• Ideal season: from spring to autumn; morning or late afternoon in the height of summer.

Parents' Tips

• Little shade on site: aim for cooler hours in summer and bring water.
• The synthetic surface absorbs falls well, ideal for children discovering the zip line.
• Use the picnic tables to make the outing a real extended moment.
• Slip a racket or a ball in the trunk for the neighboring fields.
• Equipment may change: if in doubt, check with the municipality of Founex.

Useful Information

• Address: Route de Châtaigneriaz 17, 1297 Founex (VD).
• Hours: open access, 7 days a week.
• Access: by car with sports center parking; regional buses from Terre Sainte nearby.

Why We Recommend It

Because it is one of the most complete playgrounds in La Côte, and it will surely please children who love to expend energy. The combination of zip line, trampolines, and castles is rare, and the shock-absorbing surface reassures parents. Add the nearby sports fields and picnic tables, and you have an outing that can easily occupy an entire half-day, for free.

In Two Words

Castles, zip line, and ground-level trampolines on a shock-absorbing surface: the playground at the Founex Sports Center is one of the most beautiful in La Côte, and it is free.