Portalban Beach in Delley-Portalban: fine sand by Lake Neuchâtel

A fine sandy beach by Lake Neuchâtel

In Delley-Portalban, on the Fribourg shore of Lake Neuchâtel, Portalban beach is one of those places where you lay down your towel and don’t leave until evening. The site combines sports, summer relaxation, and good food, set against a backdrop of fine sand and lawn facing the lake. It is a hotspot for kitesurfing, but also a very popular spot for families, with its playground and large spaces to run around. People come here for the day, swim, picnic, and children quickly find their bearings. The atmosphere is relaxed, simple, and friendly, just as we like it by a Romandy lake.

What your children will discover

Your children will first discover the pleasure of a real sandy beach by a lake: building castles, splashing around, and watching the colorful sails of kitesurfers in the distance. A playground awaits them, with a sandbox available for digging and keeping busy for hours. Older kids can test the beach volleyball court, and the whole family can enjoy the lawn to spread out a towel or improvise a game of ball. It’s a great introduction to life by the water, filled with swimming, games, and fresh air.

What to do there and the atmosphere on site

The day organizes itself: swimming and an improvised wading pool for the little ones, beach volleyball and walks along the shore for the more active. We picnic on the lawn, enjoy a grill provided, or settle at the snack bar and the restaurant "La Salamandre," by the lake. The area is also known for kitesurfing: a real spectacle for children watching the athletes glide over the water. The atmosphere is family-friendly and summery, without fuss, with a mix of bathers, campers, and water sports enthusiasts that gives Portalban its charm.

Before you go

• Recommended age: from 2 years old (supervision of the youngest is essential by the water).
• Duration: half a day to a full day.
• Price: beach access to be confirmed; paid parking at Grèves du Lac (about 1 CHF/h on weekdays, 1.50 CHF/h on weekends, indicative daily rate 8 to 12 CHF — to be checked on site).
• Reservation: not necessary for the beach.
• Stroller/Accessibility for disabled: terrain mixing sand and lawn; accessibility for disabled to be confirmed.
• Transport: by car (parking at Grèves du Lac), by public transport (bus from Avenches), or by boat.
• What to bring: swimsuits, sunscreen, hats, water, and picnic supplies if you’re not eating on site.
• Ideal season: summer, in good weather.

Parents' tips

• Arrive early on sunny days: the area is popular and parking fills up quickly.
• Locate the playground upon arrival; it’s the ideal meeting point for children.
• Think of a shady spot (parasol): the lawn has little shade.
• Keep a constant eye on the younger ones by the water; swimming is not supervised (to be confirmed).
• Enjoy the grill and picnic spots to make lunchtime a real moment.

Useful information

• Address: Portalban Beach, 1567 Delley-Portalban (Fribourg).
• Official site: https://www.delley-portalban.ch
• Hours: beach open access; hours for the snack bar and restaurant to be confirmed.
• Access: by car (paid parking at Grèves du Lac), bus from Avenches, or by boat.

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Why we recommend it

Because it’s one of the beautiful sandy beaches of Lake Neuchâtel, with everything needed for a successful family day: playground, swimming, beach volleyball, snack bar, and restaurant by the water. We love its simple and summery atmosphere, its large space for children, and the spectacle of kitesurfers in the background. A classic summer outing in Romandy.

In two words

A fine sandy beach by Lake Neuchâtel, in Delley-Portalban: games, swimming, and lounging for the whole family, just steps from the port and camping.