Port of Torry and new shores of Mies-Tannay

A new piece of lake to discover between Mies and Tannay

Want to breathe by the shores of Lake Geneva in a brand new setting? The Torry port and its renaturalized banks, inaugurated on September 20, 2024, between Mies and Tannay, are one of the most beautiful new features of Terre Sainte. The project redesigned the banks to give them a natural appearance while creating a public space designed for families. There is a waterfront promenade, a playground, sports fields, and a beach. The entire area is free and open to everyone, just a stone's throw from Coppet and Versoix.

What your children will discover

Children have a varied and brand new playground here. The playground awaits them to climb and expend energy, while older kids can play ball on the beach volleyball court or try their hand at pétanque. The beach allows for splashing around and swimming on sunny days, and the renaturalized banks are perfect for observing birds and the small wildlife of the lake. An outing where nature and play complement each other.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

You can stroll along the south dam, picnic facing the lake, and alternate between swimming and beach volleyball games. The atmosphere is that of a recent and well-kept place, still tranquil, where families come to relax or meet friends. The accessible promenade invites you to bring a stroller without worry, and the open spaces allow children to run freely. It's the ideal spot for a late afternoon by the water.

Before you go

• Recommended age: all ages, from 0 to 17 years.
• Duration: one to three hours, or half a day with a picnic and swimming.
• Price: free.
• Stroller accessibility: yes, the south dam promenade is accessible to strollers and people with reduced mobility.
• Transport: between Mies and Tannay, by car or regional transport; the CFF station in Mies (Geneva-Lausanne line) is nearby.
• What to bring: sunscreen, water, picnic, ball, and swim gear for sunny days.
• Ideal season: from spring to autumn.

Parents' tips

• Since the site is new, shade is still limited: bring hats and a parasol for the little ones.
• Take advantage of the accessible promenade to come with a stroller or a child's bike.
• Combine the outing with the nearby beach of Mies to vary the pleasures in one day.
• Swimming is not supervised: stay alert near the water, especially with young children.
• Check parking availability nearby before arriving, as space near the banks is limited.

Useful information

• Address: Rives du Torry, 1295 Mies (between Mies and Tannay).
• Hours: public space with free access.
• Facilities: accessible promenade, playground, beach volleyball court, pétanque court, beach, and renaturalized banks.
• Access: by car between Mies and Tannay, or by regional transport; CFF station in Mies on the Geneva-Lausanne line.

Why we recommend it

Because it is a new, free place designed for families, combining promenade, play, sports, and swimming all in one site by Lake Geneva. The accessibility for strollers and the variety of activities make it an easy outing for all ages, in a still-preserved corner of Terre Sainte.

In two words

The renaturalized banks of the Torry, between Mies and Tannay, offer an accessible promenade, playground, beach volleyball, pétanque, and beach, all for free and by the lake. A new experience to discover with family.