Summer activities for children in Neuchâtel

Looking for a simple outing by the water, where children can run around and invent a thousand stories? The playground at Baie de l'Évole, right in the center of Neuchâtel and by the lake, ticks all the boxes: a large boat planted in the sand, a slide tower, and a green setting. And it's free.

Want an outdoor playground in the heights of Neuchâtel? The Pierre-à-Bot playground welcomes you amidst greenery, featuring a zip line, a large wooden structure, and a huge sandbox. Lake view included, and access is free.

Want a swim in peace, away from the crowds of the big beaches? To the east of Neuchâtel, Monruz Beach is a small discreet cove by the lake, with its lawn and shaded area. A free haven of tranquility, perfect for a family afternoon with your feet in the water.

Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.

Want a day by the lake without leaving the city? The Jeunes-Rives beach, just steps from the center of Neuchâtel, has been revamped: gentle sloping entry into the water, large wooden piers, and spacious shaded lawns. Perfect for laying down your towel with family, just a few minutes from the train station.

On the heights of Neuchâtel, the Parc Aventure Chaumont welcomes you for a day in the trees, from toddlers to teenagers. Thirteen treetop courses, over twenty zip lines, and everything you need to climb safely, right next to the funicular station.

Looking for a simple outing by the water, where children can run around and invent a thousand stories? The playground at Baie de l'Évole, right in the center of Neuchâtel and by the lake, ticks all the boxes: a large boat planted in the sand, a slide tower, and a green setting. And it's free.

Want an outdoor playground in the heights of Neuchâtel? The Pierre-à-Bot playground welcomes you amidst greenery, featuring a zip line, a large wooden structure, and a huge sandbox. Lake view included, and access is free.

Want a swim in peace, away from the crowds of the big beaches? To the east of Neuchâtel, Monruz Beach is a small discreet cove by the lake, with its lawn and shaded area. A free haven of tranquility, perfect for a family afternoon with your feet in the water.

Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.

Want a day by the lake without leaving the city? The Jeunes-Rives beach, just steps from the center of Neuchâtel, has been revamped: gentle sloping entry into the water, large wooden piers, and spacious shaded lawns. Perfect for laying down your towel with family, just a few minutes from the train station.

Looking for a family outing almost at the water's edge? The minigolf in Neuchâtel is La Canebière: an 18-hole open-air course, set on the quaysides by the lake. Your children aim, count their shots and enjoy the open air, a stone's throw from the harbour and the promenade.

Looking for a simple outing by the water, where children can run around and invent a thousand stories? The playground at Baie de l'Évole, right in the center of Neuchâtel and by the lake, ticks all the boxes: a large boat planted in the sand, a slide tower, and a green setting. And it's free.

Want an outdoor playground in the heights of Neuchâtel? The Pierre-à-Bot playground welcomes you amidst greenery, featuring a zip line, a large wooden structure, and a huge sandbox. Lake view included, and access is free.

Want a swim in peace, away from the crowds of the big beaches? To the east of Neuchâtel, Monruz Beach is a small discreet cove by the lake, with its lawn and shaded area. A free haven of tranquility, perfect for a family afternoon with your feet in the water.

Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.

Want a day by the lake without leaving the city? The Jeunes-Rives beach, just steps from the center of Neuchâtel, has been revamped: gentle sloping entry into the water, large wooden piers, and spacious shaded lawns. Perfect for laying down your towel with family, just a few minutes from the train station.

Looking for a family outing almost at the water's edge? The minigolf in Neuchâtel is La Canebière: an 18-hole open-air course, set on the quaysides by the lake. Your children aim, count their shots and enjoy the open air, a stone's throw from the harbour and the promenade.

Looking for a simple outing by the water, where children can run around and invent a thousand stories? The playground at Baie de l'Évole, right in the center of Neuchâtel and by the lake, ticks all the boxes: a large boat planted in the sand, a slide tower, and a green setting. And it's free.

Want an outdoor playground in the heights of Neuchâtel? The Pierre-à-Bot playground welcomes you amidst greenery, featuring a zip line, a large wooden structure, and a huge sandbox. Lake view included, and access is free.

Want a swim in peace, away from the crowds of the big beaches? To the east of Neuchâtel, Monruz Beach is a small discreet cove by the lake, with its lawn and shaded area. A free haven of tranquility, perfect for a family afternoon with your feet in the water.

Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.

Want a day by the lake without leaving the city? The Jeunes-Rives beach, just steps from the center of Neuchâtel, has been revamped: gentle sloping entry into the water, large wooden piers, and spacious shaded lawns. Perfect for laying down your towel with family, just a few minutes from the train station.

Looking for a family outing almost at the water's edge? The minigolf in Neuchâtel is La Canebière: an 18-hole open-air course, set on the quaysides by the lake. Your children aim, count their shots and enjoy the open air, a stone's throw from the harbour and the promenade.

Want a swim in peace, away from the crowds of the big beaches? To the east of Neuchâtel, Monruz Beach is a small discreet cove by the lake, with its lawn and shaded area. A free haven of tranquility, perfect for a family afternoon with your feet in the water.

Want a peaceful afternoon by the lake, east of Neuchâtel? The Plage des Falaises welcomes you for free on a large lawn, right next to the Nid-du-Crô pools. A natural spot, perfect for families to splash around, picnic, and bask in the sun.

Want a day by the lake without leaving the city? The Jeunes-Rives beach, just steps from the center of Neuchâtel, has been revamped: gentle sloping entry into the water, large wooden piers, and spacious shaded lawns. Perfect for laying down your towel with family, just a few minutes from the train station.

Looking for a family outing almost at the water's edge? The minigolf in Neuchâtel is La Canebière: an 18-hole open-air course, set on the quaysides by the lake. Your children aim, count their shots and enjoy the open air, a stone's throw from the harbour and the promenade.

On the heights of Neuchâtel, the Parc Aventure Chaumont welcomes you for a day in the trees, from toddlers to teenagers. Thirteen treetop courses, over twenty zip lines, and everything you need to climb safely, right next to the funicular station.

Board at the port of Neuchâtel for a cruise on the lakes of Neuchâtel, Morat, and Bienne. An outing along the water that delights the whole family, from the little ones to the older ones.