Port-Choiseul Beach – Versoix

A free beach by Lake Geneva, just steps from Geneva

In Versoix, on the right bank of Lake Geneva, the Port-Choiseul beach is one of those simple and precious places where you can lay down your towel for the whole day. A pebble beach, a large shaded park, the lake's water within reach: this is enough to keep the whole family entertained without spending a dime. Access is free, and it’s one of the beautiful spots for a swimming outing between Geneva and Lausanne.

What your children will discover

The lake's water, first, with its gently sloping pebble beach where the little ones splash around while the older ones swim a bit further out. Around, a wooded park invites running, playing ball, or settling in the shade of the trees. There are also grills available to the public: the perfect opportunity for a real family barbecue, just like at home but with your feet in the grass, facing Lake Geneva and, on clear days, the mountains.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

The atmosphere is that of a friendly and family-oriented neighborhood beach, frequented by locals as soon as the nice weather arrives. People come for the day, spread their towels on the grass or pebbles, and alternate swimming, games, and long snack breaks. The tables and grassy area make picnicking easy, and the proximity to the port and the Versoix Nautical Club provides a lovely backdrop of boats and sails. It’s the perfect spot for an impromptu outing on a hot summer afternoon.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 3 years old, and suitable for all ages in family (little ones should be closely supervised near the water).
• Duration: from an afternoon to a full day.
• Reservation: none, access is free.
• Stroller accessibility: flat park, easy to access; a ramp to the lake is provided for people with reduced mobility, with a storage cabinet for wheelchairs nearby.
• Transport: TPG bus (line serving the Port-Choiseul stop) or CFF train to Versoix / Pont-Céard station, then a short walk; parking nearby depending on availability.
• What to bring: swimsuits, water shoes for the pebbles, sunscreen, hats, water, and something to picnic or grill.
• Ideal season: from spring to autumn, especially in good weather. Note: swimming is unsupervised.

Parent tips

• The pebbles can be slippery and uncomfortable: water shoes really change the outing for children.
• Since swimming is unsupervised, keep the younger ones within arm's reach at all times.
• Arrive early on summer weekends to find a quiet shady spot under the trees.
• Dogs are not allowed: plan an alternative if you have a pet.
• Take advantage of the grills provided to turn the day into a real family barbecue.

Useful information

• Address: Chemin des Graviers, 1290 Versoix (Canton of Geneva), main entrance next to the Versoix Nautical Club.
• Official website: www.versoix.ch (City of Versoix).
• Hours: free access; check the official website of the City of Versoix for up-to-date information.
• Access: TPG bus to the Port-Choiseul stop, or CFF train to Versoix / Pont-Céard station followed by a short walk.

Why we recommend it

Because it’s free, beautiful, and easy: a beach by Lake Geneva, a large park to run in, grills for picnicking, and a true vacation atmosphere just minutes from Geneva. It’s hard to make it simpler to offer children a lovely day by the water.

In two words

A public and free beach by Lake Geneva, in Versoix, with a shaded park, pebbles, and grills: the ideal spot for a family swimming outing on nice days.