Activities In autumn in Canton Vaud
Discover the best activities In autumn for children in Canton Vaud.
140 activities for children
Pedal Boats in Lausanne (Ouchy and Vidy): a family outing on Lake Geneva
Want to get the whole family out on the lake in Lausanne? At Ouchy and Vidy, pedalo rental puts you on Lake Geneva within minutes: you pedal, sometimes slide down a little chute, and the children love taking the helm. A simple, refreshing summer outing — no booking required.
Arboretum du Vallon de l'Aubonne: 200 hectares of nature to explore with the family
Fancy a big breath of fresh air with the children on the Vaud part of La Côte? In Aubonne, the Arboretum du Vallon de l'Aubonne unfolds nearly 200 hectares of forest and meadows, crossed by themed trails and home to more than 3000 species of tree. A nature day to be savoured at child height.
Lioson Lake at Les Mosses: easy hike and swimming at altitude
Want to take your children on their first real mountain hike? Above the Col des Mosses, Lake Lioson spreads its turquoise waters at 1850 m, in the municipality of Ormont-Dessous. A steady ascent of about 1 to 1.5 hours, a swim for the brave, and a small animal park upon arrival: the perfect alpine outing for families.
Château d'Oron: a inhabited and furnished castle to visit with family
What if you pushed open the door of a real furnished castle, perched in the Jorat countryside? At the Château d'Oron, in Oron-le-Châtel, your children follow the Green Lady from room to room and discover a library of 18,000 ancient books. A family outing full of history, on weekends from April to September.
Minigolf des Pommiers in Cudrefin: 18 holes and night minigolf
Looking for an open-air outing with the children in Cudrefin? The Minigolf des Pommiers awaits you with its 18 renovated holes, in a green, quiet setting a stone's throw from Lake Neuchâtel. And for summer evenings, why not try night minigolf with fluorescent balls?
Mini-Golf de Montreux: 18 holes by the lake, between palm trees and palaces
Feeling like playing a round of minigolf in Montreux, with your feet almost in the lake? With its 18 holes set between the palm trees and the palaces of the Riviera, this outdoor course promises a fun moment with family, with Lake Geneva as the backdrop. A simple outing, accessible from age 4, perfect after a stroll along the quays.
Mini-Train de Pully: the harbour train for 1 franc
Do your children dream of riding a real little train? At the Pully harbour, the Mini-Train takes them around a miniature track for CHF 1.- per child. Tunnel, level crossings and a little station: a big moment of joy by the lake, on weekends from April to November.
Montreux Museum: the history of the region just steps from the train station
Want to know more about the history of Montreux? At the entrance of the old town, close to the train station, the Musée de Montreux traces the past of the region. Free for those under 16 and open from April to October, it's an affordable cultural break for the family.